Panera-style Mac & Cheese

Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat.
  2. 2Whisk in the flour to create a roux.
  3. 3Slowly pour in the half and half while whisking.
  4. 4Add the dry mustard powder, garlic powder, black pepper, a dash of nutmeg, and salt to the mixture. Whisk until smooth.
  5. 5Stir in the sharp white cheddar, Monterey Jack, cream cheese, and grated Parmesan until fully melted and smooth.
  6. 6Add pre-cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and toss to coat.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1/2 tsp dry mustard powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 dash nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese
  • 1 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz pasta

Equipment

potwooden spoonwhiskstrainer