Name: The Foundry Kitchens Mac & Cheese Recipe
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 cups cavatappi pasta; 4 tbs unsalted butter; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk; 1 cup beer (lager or pale ale); 3 cups white cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tbs sage, chopped; 2 tbs garlic, minced; 1 cup bread crumbs; 1 cup shaved parmesan cheese

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cavatappi pasta in a white cheddar beer cheese, topped with sage garlic bread crumbs and shaved parmesan

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.

Cook the Pasta

In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk for about 2 minutes until it forms a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk and beer, cooking until the mixture thickens.

Make the Cheesebase

Stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.

Add Cheese and Seasoning

Add the cooked cavatappi pasta to the cheese sauce, stirring to coat evenly. Remove from heat.

Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce

In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with chopped sage and minced garlic.

Prepare Bread Crumbs

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish, top with the bread crumb mixture and shaved parmesan. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top.

Assemble and Bake

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your creamy mac & cheese!

Serve

cavatappi pasta

unsalted butter

all-purpose flour

milk

beer (lager or pale ale)

white cheddar cheese, shredded

salt

black pepper

sage, chopped

garlic, minced

bread crumbs

shaved parmesan cheese

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