Pasta sauce with St. Andre

[escondido123]

I have a good size piece of Saint Andre that I could easily eat on crackers...but I'd rather try something else. I read a couple recipes that used it as a sort of substitute for cream but before I try it would like to hear thoughts on the idea. Thanks. (I know there are other uses for it, but I'm focused on a hot pasta dish.)

[mbfant]

It sounds perfect for risotto.

[Jay F]

St. Andre is my favorite eating cheese. I've never used it to make pasta, but I'd leave it out to ripen overnight before using it that way. Also, I wouldn't try to stretch it too far, for fear of losing the somewhat delicate flavor.

Please let us know what you did and how you liked it.

[escondido123]

If I left this out to ripen it would be a puddle on the floor. Will let you know what I do with it.

[Jay F]

Mine never loses shape, and I routinely leave it out for up to 24 hours before eating it.

[Joebob]

It is expensive "cream", but it certainly won't harm the pasta. I've used gorgonzola dolce in a similar manner with excellent results.