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Macaroni and Goat Cheese
by Kathy Gunst
My kids grew up eating macaroni and cheese, always experimenting with the combinations of cheeses we added to the sauce. This version, which combines creamygoat
cheese and nutty Parmesan, is among our favorites. The macaroni is mixed with the cheesy sauce, and then topped with a Parmesan, thyme, breadcrumb, and goat cheese mixture. Serve with a green salad and loaf of crusty bread. This dish can be made several hours ahead of time; cover and refrigerate until ready to bake.
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Ingredients:
1/2 pound macaroni, or your favorite small shape |
2 tablespoons butter |
2 tablespoons flour |
2 cups low fat milk |
Freshly ground black pepper |
1/3 cup packed grated Parmesan cheese |
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1 tablespoon olive oil |
Topping: |
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese |
2 tablespoons dried breadcrumbs |
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh |
1/4 cup goat cheese, about 1 ounce, such as Ile de France, cut into small pieces |
Freshly grated pepper |
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Directions:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add the macaroni and cook about 8 to 10 minutes, or until just tender, depending on the size of the pasta. Drain.
- Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. When the butter is melted and sizzling, stir in the flour to create a paste and cook 1 minute. Slowly add the milk, whisking to create a smooth sauce. Let cook about 5 minutes or until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove the pan from the heat and slowly add the grated Parmesan and the
goat
cheese, whisking to create a smooth sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Use the olive oil to grease the bottom of a medium size gratin or baking dish, about 8 to10 inches long. Place the drained macaroni in the dish and pour the cheese sauce on top, stirring gently to coat all the macaroni.
- In a small bowl, make the topping. Mix the Parmesan, breadcrumbs, thyme, and pepper. Spoon over the macaroni and top with the goat
cheese.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the pasta is hot.
- Serves 4 to 6.
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Shana Ray
29 Sep 2008, 18:16
I have never even thought about adding goats cheese to my favorite meal.
Thanks!
Sher
29 Sep 2008, 18:15
I also used soy milk with the goat cheese - yum!
Meg
29 Sep 2008, 18:15
It tastes so light but still rich and creamy. - My kids was surprised to
find out it was Mac and GOAT cheese. They loved it.
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