Cheese. It is my favorite food group, tied only with bacon. Since I was a kid, if I ordered something that had cheese on it, I would ask for extra. It’s a habit I have yet to kick am perfectly okay owning.

My love for cheese dictates what I cook on a regular basis. And when I’m able to put something together where cheese happens to be the star of the show, rest assured I’m jumping all over it!

Today, it is parmigiano reggiano that elevates this Chicken Alfredo with Kale Salad recipe. And because it is in every bite of the meal, splurging on a high quality, flavorful and vibrant parmesan is key in making this very classic dish special.

While I know pasta can be heavy at times, the Kale Salad that accompanies this Chicken Alfredo fosters the perfect balance we all need when sitting down to a…