Jul 14 2026
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Mac & Cheese Recipe

Inspired by 415 restaurant
Time50m
Serves6

cavatappi, gruyere, white cheddar, bread crumbs

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Cheese

Topping

Seasoning

Milk

Flour

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cavatappi pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Making Cheese Sauce

  1. 2

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, usually about 5 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add the Cheese

    Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded Gruyere and white cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 4

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked cavatappi pasta with the cheese sauce. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated.

Baking

  1. 5

    Prepare for Baking

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.

  2. 6

    Add Topping

    In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with a little melted butter. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the mac and cheese.

  3. 7

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade mac and cheese!

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