Mac and Cheese

30 mins
Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1Boil salted water.
  2. 2Boil salted water.
  3. 3Boil salted water.
  4. 4Add 1 lb cavatappi pasta and boil for 8 minutes if using immediately or 7 minutes if making ahead.
  5. 5Add 1 lb cavatappi pasta and boil for 8 minutes if using immediately or 7 minutes if making ahead.
  6. 6Add 1 lb cavatappi pasta and boil for 8 minutes if using immediately or 7 minutes if making ahead.
  7. 7Shred 1 lb mozzarella, 1 lb Colby Jack and 8 oz sharp cheddar.
  8. 8Shred 1 lb mozzarella, 1 lb Colby Jack and 8 oz sharp cheddar.
  9. 9Shred 1 lb mozzarella, 1 lb Colby Jack and 8 oz sharp cheddar.
  10. 10In a small container, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika. Taste and add more seasoning to preference.
  11. 11In a small container, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika. Taste and add more seasoning to preference.
  12. 12In a small container, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika. Taste and add more seasoning to preference.
  13. 13In a pan on medium heat, melt 3 tbsp of butter.
  14. 14In a pan on medium heat, melt 3 tbsp of butter.
  15. 15In a pan on medium heat, melt 3 tbsp of butter.
  16. 16Add half of the seasoning mix into the melted butter, and stir for 30 seconds. This is called blooming the seasonings.
  17. 17Add half of the seasoning mix into the melted butter, and stir for 30 seconds. This is called blooming the seasonings.
  18. 18Add half of the seasoning mix into the melted butter, and stir for 30 seconds. This is called blooming the seasonings.
  19. 19Add 3 tbsp of flour and cook for 2-3 minutes to create a roux.
  20. 20Add 3 tbsp of flour and cook for 2-3 minutes to create a roux.
  21. 21Add 3 tbsp of flour and cook for 2-3 minutes to create a roux.
  22. 22Whisk in a quarter of a 12 oz can of evaporated milk until smooth.
  23. 23Whisk in a quarter of a 12 oz can of evaporated milk until smooth.
  24. 24Whisk in a quarter of a 12 oz can of evaporated milk until smooth.
  25. 25Add remaining evaporated milk slowly, a little at a time, whisking constantly until smooth.
  26. 26Add remaining evaporated milk slowly, a little at a time, whisking constantly until smooth.
  27. 27Add remaining evaporated milk slowly, a little at a time, whisking constantly until smooth.
  28. 28Add 1 tbsp of Dijon mustard, mix.
  29. 29Add 1 tbsp of Dijon mustard, mix.
  30. 30Add 1 tbsp of Dijon mustard, mix.
  31. 31Slowly add 2 cups of heavy cream, a little at a time, whisking constantly until smooth.
  32. 32Slowly add 2 cups of heavy cream, a little at a time, whisking constantly until smooth.
  33. 33Slowly add 2 cups of heavy cream, a little at a time, whisking constantly until smooth.
  34. 34Reduce heat to low.
  35. 35Reduce heat to low.
  36. 36Reduce heat to low.
  37. 37Add half of the shredded cheese and mix until melted.
  38. 38Add half of the shredded cheese and mix until melted.
  39. 39Add half of the shredded cheese and mix until melted.
  40. 40Add remaining seasoning mix, mix.
  41. 41Add remaining seasoning mix, mix.
  42. 42Add remaining seasoning mix, mix.
  43. 43Add cooked pasta and gently fold to coat.
  44. 44Add cooked pasta and gently fold to coat.
  45. 45Add cooked pasta and gently fold to coat.
  46. 46Transfer half of the mac and cheese to a baking dish.
  47. 47Transfer half of the mac and cheese to a baking dish.
  48. 48Transfer half of the mac and cheese to a baking dish.
  49. 49Top with remaining shredded cheese.
  50. 50Top with remaining shredded cheese.
  51. 51Top with remaining shredded cheese.
  52. 52Add remaining mac and cheese on top.
  53. 53Add remaining mac and cheese on top.
  54. 54Add remaining mac and cheese on top.
  55. 55Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 2 minutes.
  56. 56Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 2 minutes.
  57. 57Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 2 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 water
  • 1 water
  • 1 water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 lb cavatappi pasta
  • 1 lb cavatappi pasta
  • 1 lb cavatappi pasta
  • 1 lb mozzarella cheese
  • 1 lb mozzarella cheese
  • 1 lb mozzarella cheese
  • 1 lb colby jack cheese
  • 1 lb colby jack cheese
  • 1 lb colby jack cheese
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Equipment

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