Twisted Mac-n-chz Recipe
Cavatappi pasta, smoked gouda, cheddar, blue cheese crumbles and bread crumbs.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Cook 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. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In the same pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked cavatappi to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
- 6
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
- 7
Add Bread Crumbs
Evenly sprinkle the bread crumbs over the top of the mac and cheese mixture.
- 8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- 9
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Twisted Mac-n-Chz!