Paul’s Six Cheese Mac & Cheese Recipe
Pasta shells, six cheese sauce, garlic butter crouton crumbs, toasted focaccia. With bacon, ham or adobo pork or Chicken breast
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Toppings
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt and pasta shells. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 2
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to stir until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate Cheeses
Reduce the heat to low, and begin adding the cheese: start with sharp cheddar, followed by mozzarella, parmesan, gouda, cream cheese, and blue cheese. Stir until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combining Ingredients
- 5
Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta shells with the cheese sauce. Mix well until all pasta is evenly coated.
Preparing Toppings
- 6
Prepare Garlic Butter Croutons
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and minced garlic. Toss the bread crumbs in this mixture, then spread on a baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- 7
Cook the Protein
In a skillet, cook your choice of bacon, ham, adobo pork, or chicken breast until fully cooked. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
Assembly and Serving
- 8
Assemble the Dish
In a serving dish, layer the mac and cheese, topped with your cooked protein, and sprinkle the garlic butter crouton crumbs generously on top.
- 9
Serve
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Paul’s Six Cheese Mac & Cheese!
