Gouda Pasta with Chicken

1/2 stick of butter
4 T flour
4 cups milk
1 large wedge Gouda cheese, grated
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
pinch of nutmeg
salt to taste
pepper to taste
2 chicken breasts, grilled
Italian bread crumbs for garnish
1 lb. short pasta (ie. farfalle, shells, mastaccioli)

Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill on low heat for approximately 1 hour. Cut chicken into cubes or small slices and set aside. (The chicken can be cooked ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to use.)

Boil pot of water, add pasta, and cook 7 minutes or until al dente. In a separate pot, melt butter, stir in flour, and slowly add milk. Cook on medium heat until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Stir in Gouda cheese and Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Place cooked pasta in a large baking dish. Pour cheese mixture over pasta. Sprinkle Italian bread crumbs on the top before baking.

Bake pasta at 400 degrees until the surface starts to brown and look crispy, approximately 20 - 30 minutes. Remove from oven and serve.

Buon appetito!