Baked Macaroni And Brie Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Macaroni And Brie

• Macaroni
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• Heavy Cream
• Brie Cheese
• Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• Crackers

How to Make Baked Macaroni And Brie

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Butter a medium-sized (approximately 9x13 inch) casserole dish and set aside.
3. Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
4. While pasta cooks, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat.
5. Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes, until a smooth, golden brown roux forms.
6. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the brie cheese until completely melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir gently to coat all the pasta evenly.
10. Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
11. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs and 3 tablespoons of melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
12. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese.
13. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.