Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 2 cups grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
  • <b>Accompaniments:</b>
  • Aged balsamic vinegar
  • Multigrain raisin or crusty French bread
  • Red grapes
  • Pear or apple slices
  • Walnuts
  • Arugula

Instruction

  • Bring cream, garlic and nutmeg to a boil in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, watching carefully to make sure cream does not boil over or scald.&nbsp;
  • Remove garlic and reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Add cheese, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until all cheese is incorporated.
  • Continue stirring until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.&nbsp;
  • Remove from the heat, pour into a shallow heat-resistant dish and cool to room temperature.&nbsp;
  • Cover the dish and refrigerate until cheese stiffens.&nbsp;
  • Scoop out small portions with a spoon or a melon baller.&nbsp;
  • Garnish with your choice of accompaniments.