Beemster Mac 'n Cheese Cheese Board

Main course. 2 persons. Preparation 30 min.

Ingredients

• 2 fresh figs (or 2 tbsp fig compote)
• 180 g macaroni
• 25 g salted butter
• 30 g flour
• 250 ml whole milk
• pinch of salt and pepper
• 100 g Beemster Old, grated
• 60 g Beemster Young, grated
• 40 g arugula
• 4 tsp floral honey

Prepare

1. Preheat the grill to 180 degrees. Dice the fresh figs. Cook the macaroni as directed on the package.
2. Melt the butter in a saucepan. Once the butter is melted, add the flour. Stir with a whisk until the butter is fully incorporated. Let the flour cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Slowly pour the milk into the pan and allow the flour-butter mixture to dissolve while stirring. Bring to a boil while stirring. Add the aged cheese to the mixture and remove the pan from the heat. Stir until the cheese is dissolved and season the sauce with salt and pepper.
3. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir well. Divide the pasta between two bowls and place under the hot grill for 5 minutes for a crispy cheese crust.
4. Spread the arugula and figs over the Beemster Mac 'n Cheese Cheese Board, and top with honey to taste.

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