Monday, July 4, 2011

Two Cheese Linguine

Two Cheese Linguine
Ingredients (Serves 3)
8 ounces linguine
1 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup (4 ounces) Monterrey Jack, Havarti, or Fontina cheese, shredded
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Preparation
1. Cook linguine according to package directions.

2. Meanwhile, in a skillet over low heat, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Combine cheeses, and add to the sauce; stir until cheese begins to melt, and stir in lemon juice. Drain linguine, reserving some of  boiling water. Add the cheese sauce and toss to coat. Add pasta water if needed to adjust thickness.

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