Directions
- 1Boil cavatappi noodles in a pot, seasoning the water with chicken bouillon powder for more flavor.
- 2Shred all of your cheese by hand and separate half of it into another bowl.
- 3Combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chicken bouillon.
- 4Melt the butter in a pan and add half of the seasonings, letting it bloom for about 2 minutes.
- 5Sprinkle in the flour, mixing it very well.
- 6Pour in the evaporated milk and heavy cream, mixing until smooth.
- 7Add the rest of the seasoning mixture and a little bit of Dijon mustard, then whisk again.
- 8Turn the heat off and start adding in all of the cheese, stirring well until you get a velvety, delicious cheese sauce.
- 9Add the cavatappi noodles to your cheese sauce.
- 10Transfer half of the mac and cheese into your pan and spread it out.
- 11Sprinkle half of the remaining cheese over the mac and cheese in the pan.
- 12Top with the rest of the mac and cheese.
- 13Finish off with the rest of the cheese.
- 14Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
- 15Broil for the last 2 to 3 minutes for a delicious golden crispy top.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pasta (cavatappi)
- 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 with chicken bouillon powder for more flavor.
- Shred all cheeses by hand.
- Broil for the last 2 to 3 minutes for a golden crispy top.
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