Creamy Cheddar Pasta With Scallion Bread Crumbs Recipes

PASTA WITH BREAD CRUMBS, CHEESE, GARLIC AND RED PEPPER FLAKES

Steps:

• Boil a large pot of water, add lots of salt, cook the pasta until al dente, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and drain.
• While waiting for the water to boil, mince the garlic, chop the basil and parsley and grate the cheese.
• While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil to medium low in a large, deep skillet and sauté the garlic and red pepper flakes for about 8 minutes (do not let the garlic brown, it should be golden).
• Take 1/2 cups of cooked pasta water and add it to the garlic mixture.
• Drain the pasta, add it and the chopped herbs to the garlic mixture and toss well.
• Place the pasta in a large serving bowl and add the grated cheese and bread crumbs.
• Toss well and adjust to your taste. You might like to add a little more olive oil, red pepper, salt or pepper.
• Enjoy!

CHEDDAR AND SCALLION BREAD

Steps:

• Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• In a food processor, combine the cheese and butter. Process until the mixture is smooth. Add the scallions and pulse until combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Spread the cheese mixture on the cut sides of the bread. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden.
• Remove from oven and serve immediately.