Holiday Mac and Cheese

30 mins
Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1Boil pasta until al dente.
  2. 2Shred mozzarella, Colby Jack, and cheddar cheese.
  3. 3In a bowl, combine all three cheeses.
  4. 4Divide the cheese mixture into two equal parts.
  5. 5In a small container, mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika.
  6. 6In a pan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter.
  7. 7Add half of the seasoning mixture to the melted butter and stir.
  8. 8Add 3 tablespoons of flour to the pan and cook until the flour is no longer raw.
  9. 9Add 1 can of evaporated milk and whisk continuously to prevent lumps.
  10. 10Add 2 cups of heavy cream, whisk until smooth.
  11. 11Add the remaining seasoning mixture and stir.
  12. 12Add 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard.
  13. 13Let the sauce thicken.
  14. 14Add half of the cheese mixture to the sauce, stir until melted. Repeat with the remaining cheese mixture.
  15. 15Add the cooked pasta and stir to combine.
  16. 16Layer the macaroni and cheese in a greased baking dish.
  17. 17Top with remaining cheese.
  18. 18Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is melted and bubbly.
  19. 19Broil for 1-2 minutes to get a nice crust.
  20. 20Garnish with chives.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pasta (quirk screws)
  • 1 pound mozzarella cheese
  • 1 pound colby jack cheese
  • 0.5 pound sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 salt
  • 1 pepper
  • 1 garlic powder
  • 1 smoked paprika
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 can evaporated milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 chives

Equipment

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