Rigatoni With Four Cheeses and Ham Recipe

Name: Rigatoni With Four Cheeses and Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb rigatoni pasta shells; 2 cups half-and-half or 2 cups whipping cream; 3 ounces crumbled gorgonzola; 3 ounces cubed white cheddar cheese; 3 ounces cubed Fontina cheese; ½ cup imported grated romano cheese; 1 lb chopped cooked ham; 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley; 2 tablespoons flour; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine

Servings: persons

1
For sauce: Use a heavy bottom saute pan over medium high heat.
2
Melt butter, then whisk in flour and cook while whisking for 2-3 minutes.
3
Whisk in half and half and continue to whisk gently until mixfture comes to a boil.
4
When the sauce gthickens enough to coat back of spoon, remove from heat and add Gaorgonzola, cheddar and Fontina cheeses and stir until melted.
5
I like to use a whisk as it helps the sauce to blend well.
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Cook pasta in large pot of boiling, lightly salted water until al dente, tender but firm to the bite.
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Drain cooked pasta, DO NOT RINSE, and put into large serving bowl.
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Add ham and sauce and fresh parsley, then toss until pasta is well coated.
9
Sprinkle with Romano cheese and serve immediately.
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** whipping cream can be used to make a richer sauce.
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*** be sure to use white cheddar, not yellow.
12
If unavailable, use jack cheese.

1324

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb rigatoni pasta shells, 2 cups half-and-half or 2 cups whipping cream, 3 ounces crumbled gorgonzola, 3 ounces cubed white cheddar cheese, and more.

Yes, Rigatoni With Four Cheeses and Ham falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Rigatoni With Four Cheeses and Ham

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