Step 1

Cook pasta noodles according to box instructions. Set aside 1 cup of pasta water. Drain pasta but do not rinse.

Step 2

While pasta is cooking, in a large pot, add butter and flour. Stir together on medium heat for about 5 minutes or until slightly golden.

Step 3

Add milk slowly to roux and allow the flour-butter mixture to thicken.

Step 4

Add the rest of the ingredients, except pasta, cheese, pasta water and chicken stock. Stir well.

Step 5

Next, add the pasta water and chicken stock. Again stir well.

Step 6

Cook everything together for about 5 minutes on a slow simmer.

Step 7

Next add the pasta. Stir while cooking for a 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and add the grated cheese. Stir well.

Step 9

Serve immediately! Enjoy!