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Mac & Cheese
25m
Serves 1
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Mac & Cheese
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25m
Serves 1
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Directions
1
Combine all the cheeses in a large bowl and set aside.
2
Add salt to a large pot of boiling water.
3
Add the pasta to the boiling water.
4
Cook the pasta to al dente (1-2 minutes less than package instructions).
5
Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat.
6
Add flour and whisk over medium-low heat.
7
Cook for 2 minutes, whisking constantly.
8
Gradually add the milk and whisk until smooth.
9
Cook for about 5-6 minutes, until slightly thickened.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Add salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to the sauce.
12
Whisk to combine the spices.
13
Gradually add 3/4 of the cheese mixture and whisk until melted after each addition.
14
Drain the pasta and add to the sauce.
15
Stir to combine the pasta and sauce.
16
Transfer to a baking dish.
17
Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
18
Bake at 360F (180C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Ingredients
1 cup Cheddar cheese
0.75 cup Gruyere cheese
0.75 cup Mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon salt
14 oz pasta
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
4 cups milk
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
Equipment
large bowl
large pot
whisk
12-inch (30cm) round baking dish
Tips
Serve warm.
You can use any type of cheese that you like.
This is pretty basic version of mac & cheese but you can add topping like bacon, herbs and spices.
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