Mac and Cheese
Directions
- 1Boil the corkscrew pasta until al dente and drain.
- 2Shred mozzarella cheese into a mixing bowl.
- 3Shred Colby Jack cheese and add to the bowl with mozzarella.
- 4Shred sharp cheddar cheese and add to the bowl.
- 5Toss all the shredded cheese together and divide into two portions.
- 6Prepare seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a small container.
- 7Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a pan.
- 8Add half of the seasoning mixture to the melted butter and stir.
- 9Add 3 tablespoons of flour to the pan and mix, cooking out the raw flour taste.
- 10Pour in one can of evaporated milk and whisk immediately to prevent clumps.
- 11Add 2 cups of heavy cream and continue to whisk.
- 12Add the remaining seasoning to the sauce and mix.
- 13Stir in one tablespoon of Dijon mustard.
- 14Allow the cheese sauce to thicken slightly.
- 15Gradually add the shredded cheese to the sauce, allowing it to melt before adding more.
- 16Add the boiled pasta to the cheese sauce and mix well.
- 17Layer mac and cheese in a baking dish, starting with a small layer of mac and cheese, then generously add cheese.
- 18Repeat the layering, finishing with a top layer of mac and cheese covered with plenty of cheese.
- 19Bake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is melted and golden.
- 20Broil for a maximum of 2 minutes to create a crispy crust.
- 21Garnish with chives.
- 22Serve and enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Corkscrew pasta
- 1 pound Mozzarella cheese
- 1 pound Colby Jack cheese
- 0.5 pound Sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons Flour
- 1 can Evaporated milk
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Chives
Equipment
ColanderBox graterMixing bowlsSmall plastic containersPanWooden spatulaWhiskBaking dishOven
Tips
- Use corkscrew pasta to hold more cheese and cream.
- Always shred your own cheese; do not use pre-shredded cheese.
- Adding Dijon mustard enhances the flavor of the cheese sauce. Ground mustard can be used as a substitute.
- Broil the mac and cheese for a few minutes at the end to create a crispy crust on top.
- Do not put breadcrumbs on the mac and cheese.
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