Ingredients

  • 375 grams whole wheat fusilli dried
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 cup cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 cup smoked gouda shredded
  • 1 cup milk I used 1%
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • salt
  • pepper

Method

  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Liberally salt the water and add pasta.
  • Cook according to package directions or until al dente.
  • Drain and toss with 2 tbsp of olive oil. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet heat the rest of the olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add mushrooms, red pepper and rosemary. Saute until tender.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan melt butter over moderate heat.
  • Whisk in the flour until it forms a paste.
  • Slowly whisk in milk until combined.
  • Cook until slightly thickened.
  • Reduce heat and whisk in cheese, stirring constantly until melted and fully incorporated.
  • Add mushrooms, pepper and rosemary to the sauce and stir to combine.
  • Pour over pasta and toss until coated.
  • Serve immediately with extra Gouda.