BAKED PENNE WITH THREE CHEESE

By Marinel

YUMMYY

Ingredients

• 1 . 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 . 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 . 4 cups milk
• 4 . 1 1/2 cups Fontina cheese, shredded
• 5 . 1/2 pound Gorgonzola cheese, in pieces
• 6 . 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 7 . salt and freshly ground pepper
• 8 . 3/4 pound uncooked penne pasta
• 9 . 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.

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

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

4. Add the Fontina, Gorgonzola and Parmesan and stir until cheeses melt. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove from heat; set aside.

5. Preheat an oven to 375 degrees. Oil a shallow 2 1/2 quart dish.

6. Fill a large pot 3/4's full with water, salt it lightly and bring to a boil over high heat. Add pasta and sauce to prepared dish. Sprinkle top evenly with bread crumbs.

7. Bake until top is golden and sauce is bubbling, 25-30 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then spoon into warmed bowls and serve.