Fail Proof Baked Mac and Cheese
About 45mThe creator did not say, so Clip Recipe estimated this from the ingredients and steps.
Serves 6The creator did not say, so Clip Recipe estimated this from the ingredients and steps.
Fail Proof Baked Mac and Cheese
About 45mThe creator did not say, so Clip Recipe estimated this from the ingredients and steps.
Serves 6The creator did not say, so Clip Recipe estimated this from the ingredients and steps.
Directions
- 1Grate the white cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Gruyère cheeses, and cube the mozzarella.
- 2Make a roux by mixing the butter and flour until well combined.
- 3Add the seasonings and whisk to bloom.
- 4Stir in the evaporated milk and scalded heavy whipping cream.
- 5Kill the heat, add half the shredded cheese, pasta water, and roasted garlic, then whisk until smooth.
- 6Season with nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
- 7Add the cooked noodles and the cubed mozzarella to the sauce and mix well.
- 8In a pan, layer the noodle-cheese mixture with the remaining shredded cheese.
- 9Bake at 375 F for 20 minutes, then broil until the top is brown.
Ingredients
- 1 lb white cheddar cheese
- 1 lb monterey jack cheese
- 1/2 lb gruyère cheese
- 4 oz white american cheese (optional)
- 6 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp salted butter
- 2 tsp sodium citrate (optional)
- 2 cup heavy whipping cream, scalded
- 12 oz evaporated milk
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2/3 cup pasta water
- 10 clove roasted garlic (optional)
- 1 lb cavatappi pasta
- parsley (optional)
- parmesan reggiano, grated (optional)
Equipment
stand mixer with grater attachmentknifewhiskpotpan
Tips
- Use sodium citrate only if you are not using American cheese in the recipe.
- You can use roasted garlic but it may not be very noticeable in the final taste.
- Garnish with parsley and grated parmesan.
