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Creamy Macaroni and Cheese


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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and creamy macaroni and cheese dish with a mix of delicious cheeses.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound elbow macaroni (or cellentani pasta)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 23 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder to taste
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded parmigiano reggiano
  • 1 cup shredded fontina cheese
  • 1 cup shredded pecorino romano cheese
  • 1/2 cup muenster cheese (cut into small chunks)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Cook the pasta in accordance with the instructions on the package.
  3. Drain the macaroni and rinse with cold water.
  4. Heat a sauce pan on medium heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt.
  5. Once melted, add the flour and whisk…
  6. Add the milk and heavy whipping cream and stir.
  7. Add half of the shredded cheese and stir until melted.
  8. Add the seasonings and taste repeatedly.
  9. Return the pasta to the large pot. Drizzle the liquid mixture over the pasta and stir until fully combined.
  10. Spray a baking pan or cast iron skillet with oil or grease with butter.
  11. Layer in the pasta and cheese.
  12. Ensure there is adequate liquid throughout these steps.
  13. Bake for 25-45 minutes until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
  14. Cool before serving.

Notes

  • This dish can be customized with different cheeses based on preference.
  • Adjust milk quantity as needed for desired consistency.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg