Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNocturnem Draft HausHaus Mac & Cheese Recipe

Haus Mac & Cheese Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

Cavatappi Pasta with Haus Made Cheese Sauce

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt.

  2. 2

    Cook the Cavatappi

    Add the cavatappi pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.

  3. 3

    Drain the Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside.

Making Cheese Sauce

  1. 4

    Melt the Butter

    In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.

  2. 5

    Add Flour

    Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until golden, creating a roux.

  3. 6

    Whisk in Milk

    Gradually add the milk while whisking continuously until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 7

    Add Cheeses

    Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar, gruyère, and cream cheese until fully melted and combined.

  5. 8

    Season the Sauce

    Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and mustard powder to the cheese sauce, stirring until well mixed.

Combining Pasta and Sauce

  1. 9

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained cavatappi pasta to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is well coated.

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