Mac and Cheese
Directions
- 1Boil cavatappi noodles in a pot, seasoning the water with chicken bouillon powder for extra flavor.
- 2Shred all of your cheese by hand.
- 3Separate half of the shredded cheese into another bowl.
- 4Combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chicken bouillon.
- 5Melt the butter in a pan.
- 6Add half of the seasoning mixture to the melted butter and let it bloom for about 2 minutes.
- 7Sprinkle in the flour and mix very well.
- 8Pour in the evaporated milk and heavy cream.
- 9Mix until everything is smooth.
- 10Add the rest of the seasoning mixture and a little bit of Dijon mustard, then whisk again.
- 11Turn off the heat and add in all of the delicious cheese.
- 12Stir everything well until you get a velvety, delicious cheese sauce.
- 13Add the cavatappi noodles to your cheese sauce.
- 14Transfer half of the mac and cheese into your pan and spread it out.
- 15Sprinkle with half of the remaining cheese.
- 16Top with the rest of the mac and cheese.
- 17Finish off with the rest of the cheese.
- 18Pop into your oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
- 19Broil for the last 2 to 3 minutes for a delicious golden crispy top.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cavatappi noodles
- 1 lb mozzarella
- 1 lb colby jack
- 0.5 lb sharp cheddar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp flour
- 12 oz evaporated milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 tbsp Dijon mustard
Equipment
potpanoven
Tips
- Season the boiling water for noodles with chicken bouillon powder for more flavor.
- Shred all cheeses by hand.
- Broil the mac and cheese for the last 2 to 3 minutes for a golden crispy top.
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