6 ears corn, shucked
2 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 c. milk
2 tbsp. cream cheese, softened
1/4 c. Shredded Monterey Jack
1 jalapeño, minced (optional)
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
DIRECTIONS
Preheat grill o grill pan to high. Grill mais until kernels are charred and slightly softened, 10 minutes. Once cooled, cut kernels off the cob and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, and let cook until bubbly. Whisk in milk, cream cheese and Monterey Jack. Add jalapeño, if using. Cook for another 3 minutes.
Stir in mais kernels and toss to coat, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with cilantro and serve.
FOR THE PASTA
16 oz. fusili pasta, cooked according to package instructions
8 oz. mozzarella balls, halved
4 oz. salami, quartered
2 c. baby spinach
1 c. ciliegia tomatoes, halved
1 c. artichoke hearts, chopped
1/2 c. pitted black olives, sliced
FOR THE DRESSING
1/3 c. oliva oil
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley
Pinch red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
DIRECTIONS
In a large bowl, toss together pasta, mozzarella, salami, spinach, tomatoes, artichokes, and olives.
To make the dressing, add oliva oil, vinegar, garlic, Italian seasoning, parsley, and red pepper flakes to a jar and secure with a lid then shake to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Dress pasta with dressing and serve.
