4-cheese Mac & Cheese Recipe
Mac & cheese with four cheeses.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the Roux
In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and golden.
- 3
Add the Milk
Slowly pour in 2 cups of milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook for about 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 4
Incorporate Cream Cheese
Add 4 ounces of cream cheese to the sauce, stirring until fully melted and combined.
- 5
Add the Cheeses
Gradually add 1 cup each of shredded cheddar, gouda, mozzarella, and grated parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until all cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 6
Combine and Bake
- 7
Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, mixing thoroughly until all pasta is coated.
- 8
Prepare the Topping
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup of bread crumbs with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
- 9
Assemble the Dish
Pour the mac and cheese mixture into a greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top.
- 10
Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the mac and cheese for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- 11
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious 4-cheese mac & cheese!
