Mac N Cheese Recipe
Cheddar, gruyere, gjetost, swiss, confit garlic, panko
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Prepare the Pasta
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Cheese Sauce
- 2
- 3
Add Flour
Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until it turns a light golden color.
- 4
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and comes to a simmer.
- 5
Add Cheese
Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar, gruyere, gjetost, swiss cheeses, confit garlic, salt, and black pepper until melted and smooth.
Combine and Bake
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well combined.
- 7
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated.
- 8
Transfer to Baking Dish
Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle the panko mixture evenly on top.
- 9
Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
