Mac and Cheese

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Boil water and salt it.
  2. 2Boil cavatappi pasta for 8 minutes if making mac and cheese right away or for 7 minutes if making it the night before.
  3. 3Shred mozzarella, colby jack, and sharp cheddar cheese.
  4. 4Divide cheese into two bowls, one for cheese sauce and one for topping.
  5. 5Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to a container.
  6. 6Melt butter.
  7. 7Add half the seasonings and cook for 30 seconds.
  8. 8Add flour and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  9. 9Add evaporated milk in parts, whisking continuously.
  10. 10Mix for 1 minute.
  11. 11Add dijon mustard.
  12. 12Add heavy cream gradually.
  13. 13Cook for 2 minutes.
  14. 14Turn heat to low.
  15. 15Add half of the cheese gradually, mixing until melted.
  16. 16Add remaining cheese and seasonings and stir.
  17. 17Add pasta and fold it in with cheese.
  18. 18Taste noodle and add more seasoning if needed.
  19. 19Add mac to baking dish.
  20. 20Layer cheese in between.
  21. 21Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
  22. 22Broil for 2 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound mozzarella
  • 1 pound colby jack
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar
  • 1 pound cavatappi pasta
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • salt
  • pepper
  • garlic powder
  • smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard

Equipment

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Tips

  • Boil pasta for 8 minutes if making mac and cheese right away or for 7 minutes if making it the night before.
  • Shred your own cheese for the best results.

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