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Expand8 ounces dry penne pasta Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons fresh horseradish (just buy a big horseradish root. You'll end up using it all and never buy prepared horseradish again.) Ask a question about this ingredient
1 tablespoon olive oil Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup celery, thinly sliced Ask a question about this ingredient
1 clove garlic, minced Ask a question about this ingredient
3 tablespoons butter Ask a question about this ingredient
3 tablespoons all purpose flour Ask a question about this ingredient
2 cups milk Ask a question about this ingredient
8 ounces smoked Salmon, broken into small pieces Ask a question about this ingredient
salt & white pepper to taste Ask a question about this ingredient
1-2 tablespoon chives, chopped Ask a question about this ingredient
Put your pasta water on to boil in a large pot. Salt the water heavily.
Ask a question about this stepPeel the horseradish root and cut it into 1/2 inch cubes. Pulse the cubes in the food processor until pureed. Be cautious when you lift the lid of the food processor so that the fumes don't burn your nose. Measure out 2 tablespoons and set aside. Put the rest into a glass jar with a little white vinegar and store it in the fridge. It keeps for weeks.
Ask a question about this stepIn a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the celery and cook for about 5 minutes or until it gets soft.
Ask a question about this stepAdd the chopped garlic and cook another 2 mintues. Remove the celery and garlic to a plate and set aside.
Ask a question about this stepIn the same saucepan, heat the butter. Whisk in the flour until smooth.
Ask a question about this stepGradually whisk in the milk. Don't freak out if there are a few lumps.
Ask a question about this stepBring the milk mixure to a boil and cook for about 2 minutes, while whisking, until it thickens.
Ask a question about this stepRemove the sauce from the heat and add the celery, garlic, horseradish, and smoked Salmon. Add salt and white pepper to taste.
Ask a question about this stepDrain the pasta and put it in a large serving bowl. Add the sauce and toss well. Sprinkle with chives and serve.
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