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Penne 3 Cheeses

A home-style Penne 3 Cheeses made with Unsalted Butter, All Purpose Flour, Milk, Fontina Cheese Shredded, and Parmesan Cheese Grated. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp
• 6 tbsp
• 4 cup
• 1 1/2 cup
• 1 cup
• 1/2 cup

Method (preview)

1. 1

   In large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.

2. 2

   Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes; do not brown.

3. 3

   Gradually whisk in milk and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is smooth and thickened, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the Fontina, Gorgonzola and Parmesan and stir until cheeses melt.

5. 5

   Season to taste with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Remove from heat; set aside.

7. 7

   Preheat an oven to 375F.

8. 8

   Oil a shallow 2 1/2-quart baking dish.

9. 9

   Fill a large pot three-fourths full with water, salt it lightly and bring to a boil over high heat.

10. 10

    Add pasta and cook until al dente, 10-12 minutes.

11. 11

    Drain and add to sauce.

12. 12

    Toss gently.

13. 13

    Transfer pasta and sauce to prepared dish.

14. 14

    Sprinkle top evenly with bread crumbs.

15. 15

    Bake until top is golden and sauce is bubbling, 25-30 minutes.

16. 16

    Let cool for 5 minutes, then spoon into warmed bowls and serve.