Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Celtic Cowboy Pub and RestaurantIrish Mac & Cheese Buffet Recipe

Irish Mac & Cheese Buffet Recipe

Time45m
Serves6

Penne pasta tossed with corned beef & our homemade cheese sauce. Served with garlic bread.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Cheese Sauce

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until it’s lightly golden.

  3. 3

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens.

  4. 4

    Add Cheese

    Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

  5. 5

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta and the cheese sauce. Fold in the chopped corned beef until evenly distributed.

  6. 6

    Prepare Garlic Bread

    While the pasta is cooling, prepare the garlic bread according to package instructions or your preferred recipe.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Spoon the Irish Mac & Cheese into serving dishes and serve hot with garlic bread on the side.

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