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Cook pasta according to package instructions omitting any oil.
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Drain the pasta and set aside.
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In a large saucepan melt the butter and oil over medium high heat.
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Add the shallot and saute for about 2 minutes or until the shallot has softened slightly.
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Add in the minced garlic and saute another minute.
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Add in the flour, stirring until it is completely incorporated, cook another minute.
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Slowly pour in the milk whisking continuously as you do.
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Add the salt and pepper and continue whisking until the sauce is smooth and thickened, about another 2 minutes.
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Add the Parmesan cheese, goat cheese, and 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese, and whisk until they have melted completely.
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Add the artichokes and spinach and heat through until the spinach has wilted.
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Pour the pasta back into the sauce and fold together until it is completely covered in the cheese sauce.
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Preheat the broiler in your oven.
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Pour the pasta mixture into a casserole dish and top with the remaining 1/4 cup of mozzarella cheese.
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Place the pasta in the oven under the broiler and broil just until the top is golden brown.
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Serve immediately.
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Notes: If you dont have or like goat cheese, low-fat cream cheese may be used instead.
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Adapted from a recipe I found at closetcooking.com.
