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Skillet Pasta Quatrro Formaggi (Italian Mac & Cheese)
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 4
Another great recipe from Cook's Illustrated! Serve with salad and fresh bread and dinners ready in 30 minutes!
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 shallots, minced
table salt & fresh ground pepper
3/4 cup dry white wine
4 3/4 cups water
1 1/4 cups cream
12 ounces penne pasta (3 3/4 cups)
3/4 cup shredded fontina cheese
1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola
3/4 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
1. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
2. Add shallots and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook until softened, about 1 minute.
3. Stir in wine and simmer until almost dry, about 1 minute.
4. Stir in water, cream, and penne.
5. Increase heat to high and cook, stirring often, until penne is tender and liquid has thickened, 15 to 18 minutes.
6. Tunr off the heat and stir in cheeses, one after another.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
By RecipeOfHealth.com