Mac & 5-cheese Recipe
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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 salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the Roux
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 2 minutes until it forms a paste (roux).
- 3
Add Milk
Slowly whisk in the whole milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate Cheeses
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, Gorgonzola cheese, Parmesan cheese, and cream cheese. Stir until all cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine.
Combine and Bake
- 6
Mix Pasta and Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
- 7
Prepare Topping
In a separate bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and melted unsalted butter until well combined.
- 8
Assemble the Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb topping over the macaroni.
- 9
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Serve
Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Mac & 5-Cheese!
