Penne Au Gratin

  • 2 1/4 cups raw penne
  • butter
  • olive oil
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 cup diced cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked pepper
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • paprika
  • parmesan
  1. Cook the penne in salted boiling water and then drain.  Rinse with cold water.  Set aside.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
  3. Heat 2 tsp butter with 1 tbsp olive oil in a saucepan.  Stir in the flour and cook 10 seconds.  Add the milk, whisking constantly.
  4. Bring to a boil for 10 seconds.  Stir in the cheese, salt, and pepper.  Mix well and cook on low heat for 3 minutes.
  5. Mix in the pasta.  Pour the pasta and sauce into a large casserole dish.
  6. Sprinkle the tomato on top, followed by some paprika and parmesan.
  7. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes.  Serve.

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