Mac Cheese W/prosciutto Recipe
Make Mac Cheese W/prosciutto Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Prosciutto
Topping
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Elbow Macaroni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour, stirring constantly for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and golden.
- 3
Add Milk and Cheeses
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Lower the heat and stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and 4 oz of cream cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- 4
Season the Sauce
Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the cheese sauce. Stir well to combine.
Combining Ingredients
- 5
Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce. Mix until all pasta is well coated.
- 6
Add Prosciutto
Tear the prosciutto into bite-sized pieces and fold them gently into the macaroni and cheese mixture.
Baking
- 7
Prepare the Topping
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup of breadcrumbs, 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
- 8
Assemble and Bake
Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
Serving
- 9
Serve and Enjoy
Let the mac and cheese cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Mac Cheese with Prosciutto!
