Mac & Cheese
Directions
- 1Combine all the cheeses in a large bowl and set aside.
- 2Add salt to a large pot of boiling water.
- 3Add the pasta to the boiling water.
- 4Cook the pasta to al dente (1-2 minutes less than package instructions).
- 5Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat.
- 6Add flour and whisk over medium-low heat.
- 7Cook for 2 minutes, whisking constantly.
- 8Gradually add the milk and whisk until smooth.
- 9Cook for about 5-6 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- 10Remove from heat.
- 11Add salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to the sauce.
- 12Whisk to combine the spices.
- 13Gradually add 3/4 of the cheese mixture and whisk until melted after each addition.
- 14Drain the pasta and add to the sauce.
- 15Stir to combine the pasta and sauce.
- 16Transfer to a baking dish.
- 17Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- 18Bake 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 bowllarge potwhisk12-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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