Ingredients for Macaroni And Cheese For Grown Ups
- 6 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable Oil
- Ditalini
- Unsalted Butter
- All Purpose Flour
- Whole Milk
- Fresh Ground Pepper
- Cheese
- Panko Breadcrumbs
- Fresh Parsley
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How to Make Macaroni And Cheese For Grown Ups
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon salt and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Add 1 pound elbow macaroni and cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally, until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain well.
- While the pasta cooks, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in 1/4 cup flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until a roux forms.
- Gradually whisk in 3 cups of milk until smooth.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and continue whisking until the sauce thickens (about 8 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in 4 ounces each of shredded smoked Gouda, Swiss, cheddar, and Munster cheese until melted and smooth.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs and 2 tablespoons chopped parsley.
- Lightly butter a 1.5-quart casserole dish.
- Combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce in the prepared casserole dish.
- Top with the panko mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
44 g
Sugar
47g
Fat
93g
Carbs
36g