# Mac and Cheese

A delicious and cheesy macaroni and cheese recipe, perfect for Thanksgiving.

- Servings: 6 servings
- Total time: 30 min
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 water
- 1 salt
- 1 pound 1 pound cavatappi pasta
- 1 pound 1 pound mozzarella cheese
- 1 pound 1 pound Colby Jack cheese
- 8 ounces 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 seasoning
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika

## Instructions

1. Boil water, salt it, and add 1 pound of cavatappi pasta. Boil for 8 minutes if using right away, or 7 minutes if preparing the night before.
2. Shred 1 pound of mozzarella, 1 pound Colby Jack, and 8 ounces of sharp cheddar cheese.
3. In a bowl mix seasoning: salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
4. In a pan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter and add half of the seasoning.
5. Add 3 tablespoons of flour to the butter mixture and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to make a roux.
6. Add a quarter of a can of evaporated milk (12 ounces) and whisk to combine, then gradually add the rest of the milk.
7. Add 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard and mix.
8. Slowly add 2 cups of heavy cream while whisking.
9. Add half of the shredded cheese, stir until melted, then add the remaining cheese and seasoning.
10. Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir to coat.
11. Pour half of the macaroni and cheese into a baking dish. Top with the remaining cheese. Layer with the other half of macaroni and cheese and the rest of the cheese.
12. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 2 minutes for added crispness.

## Equipment

- pot
- wooden spoon
- cheese grater
- bowl
- whisk
- pan
- spatula
- baking dish
- oven

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/@tinekeyounger/video/7432820403464146219?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7460438270758569518
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/8b953ad9-242b-4d01-b2ea-d9c11d3db397
- Extracted: 2025-01-18

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