Ingredients:
1 lb. dry spaghetti, cooked, drained and held warm
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, divided
1 pkg. (8 oz.) or about 3 cups sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup (about 6 oz.) chopped ham (can use smoked)
1 can (12 fl. oz.) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
1 MAGGI Beef Flavor Bouillon Cube, crushed, dissolved in 1 1/2 cups warm water
1 cup (4 oz.) shredded Emmental (Swiss), Gruyère or mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup toasted, chopped walnuts (optional)
Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Directions:
MELT 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat in medium saucepan. Add mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender and golden. Add ham; stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
MELT remaining 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat in large saucepan or skillet. Add flour, stirring constantly, until mixture turns light brown in color. With wire whisk, slowly add evaporated milk and warm beef broth, whisking constantly. Bring to a boil. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until smooth and slightly thickened (mixture coats back of spoon). Remove from heat. Stir in cheese. Stir in pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, reserved mushroom mixture and nuts.
POUR sauce over hot pasta. Sprinkle with parsley.
TIP:
• Add more beef broth or water if thinner sauce consistency is desired.
Estimated Times:
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
35 minutes
Servings: 10
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