Mac and Cheese

30 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Boil cavatappi noodles in a pot, seasoning the water with chicken bouillon powder for more flavor.
  2. 2Boil cavatappi noodles in a pot, seasoning the water with chicken bouillon powder for more flavor.
  3. 3Boil cavatappi noodles in a pot, seasoning the water with chicken bouillon powder for more flavor.
  4. 4Shred all the cheese by hand.
  5. 5Shred all the cheese by hand.
  6. 6Shred all the cheese by hand.
  7. 7Separate half of the shredded cheese into another bowl.
  8. 8Separate half of the shredded cheese into another bowl.
  9. 9Separate half of the shredded cheese into another bowl.
  10. 10Combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chicken bouillon powder in a small bowl.
  11. 11Combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chicken bouillon powder in a small bowl.
  12. 12Combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chicken bouillon powder in a small bowl.
  13. 13Melt butter in a pan.
  14. 14Melt butter in a pan.
  15. 15Melt butter in a pan.
  16. 16Add half of the seasoning mixture to the melted butter and let it bloom for about 2 minutes.
  17. 17Add half of the seasoning mixture to the melted butter and let it bloom for about 2 minutes.
  18. 18Add half of the seasoning mixture to the melted butter and let it bloom for about 2 minutes.
  19. 19Sprinkle in the flour, mixing it very well.
  20. 20Sprinkle in the flour, mixing it very well.
  21. 21Sprinkle in the flour, mixing it very well.
  22. 22Pour in the evaporated milk and heavy cream.
  23. 23Pour in the evaporated milk and heavy cream.
  24. 24Pour in the evaporated milk and heavy cream.
  25. 25Mix until everything is nice and smooth.
  26. 26Mix until everything is nice and smooth.
  27. 27Mix until everything is nice and smooth.
  28. 28Add the rest of the seasoning mixture and a little bit of Dijon mustard.
  29. 29Add the rest of the seasoning mixture and a little bit of Dijon mustard.
  30. 30Add the rest of the seasoning mixture and a little bit of Dijon mustard.
  31. 31Whisk again until combined.
  32. 32Whisk again until combined.
  33. 33Whisk again until combined.
  34. 34Turn off the heat and start adding in the delicious cheese, whisking until velvety smooth.
  35. 35Turn off the heat and start adding in the delicious cheese, whisking until velvety smooth.
  36. 36Turn off the heat and start adding in the delicious cheese, whisking until velvety smooth.
  37. 37Add in your cavatappi noodles to the cheese sauce.
  38. 38Add in your cavatappi noodles to the cheese sauce.
  39. 39Add in your cavatappi noodles to the cheese sauce.
  40. 40Mix the noodles and cheese sauce together.
  41. 41Mix the noodles and cheese sauce together.
  42. 42Mix the noodles and cheese sauce together.
  43. 43Transfer half of the mac and cheese into your pan and spread it out.
  44. 44Transfer half of the mac and cheese into your pan and spread it out.
  45. 45Transfer half of the mac and cheese into your pan and spread it out.
  46. 46Sprinkle with half of the remaining cheese.
  47. 47Sprinkle with half of the remaining cheese.
  48. 48Sprinkle with half of the remaining cheese.
  49. 49Top with the rest of the mac and cheese.
  50. 50Top with the rest of the mac and cheese.
  51. 51Top with the rest of the mac and cheese.
  52. 52Finish off with the rest of the cheese.
  53. 53Finish off with the rest of the cheese.
  54. 54Finish off with the rest of the cheese.
  55. 55Pop this into your oven for 25 to 30 minutes, and broil for the last 2 to 3 minutes for that delicious golden crispy top.
  56. 56Pop this into your oven for 25 to 30 minutes, and broil for the last 2 to 3 minutes for that delicious golden crispy top.
  57. 57Pop this into your oven for 25 to 30 minutes, and broil for the last 2 to 3 minutes for that delicious golden crispy top.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb cavatappi
  • 1 lb cavatappi
  • 1 lb cavatappi
  • 1 lb mozzarella
  • 1 lb mozzarella
  • 1 lb mozzarella
  • 1 lb colby jack
  • 1 lb colby jack
  • 1 lb colby jack
  • 0.5 lb sharp cheddar
  • 0.5 lb sharp cheddar
  • 0.5 lb sharp cheddar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
  • 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
  • 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp unsalted 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
  • 0.5 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 tbsp Dijon mustard

Equipment

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Tips

  • Season the water with chicken bouillon powder for more flavor.
  • Turn off the heat before adding the cheese to the sauce.
  • Broil for the last 2-3 minutes for a golden, crispy top.