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Baked Mac and Cheese with Three Cheeses
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Baked Mac and Cheese with Three Cheeses

1 hServes 8Nutri-Score D€€
from @tinekeyounger40 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

8 people
  • corkscrew pastaGrains450 g
  • mozzarella (freshly shredded)Dairy450 g
  • Colby Jack cheese (freshly shredded)Dairy450 g
  • sharp cheddar (freshly shredded)Dairy225 g
  • saltSpices3 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices2 g
  • garlic powderSpices4 g
  • smoked paprikaSpices4 g
  • butterDairy45 g
  • flourPantry25 g
  • evaporated milk (one can)Dairy354 ml
  • heavy creamDairy480 ml
  • Dijon mustardPantry15 ml
  • chives (finely chopped)Produce10 g

per serving

Nutrition

625kcal

Carbs
50 g
Proteins
22 g
Fat
38 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Grater
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

step by step

Method

  1. Boil the pasta

    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
    • Cook the corkscrew pasta until al dente, then drain.
    Step 1

  2. Shred and mix the cheeses

    • Grate the mozzarella, Colby Jack and sharp cheddar yourself; avoid pre-shredded cheese.
    • Toss all the cheeses together in a bowl and divide into two equal halves.
    Step 2

  3. Mix the seasonings

    • Combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
    Step 3

  4. Make the roux

    • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
    • Add half of the seasoning mix, then whisk in the flour and cook until the raw flour taste is gone.
    Step 4

  5. Build the cheese sauce

    • Pour in the evaporated milk and whisk immediately to avoid lumps.
    • Add the heavy cream and the rest of the seasoning, then stir in the Dijon mustard.
    • Let the sauce thicken slightly before adding cheese.
    Step 5

  6. Melt in the cheese

    • Add half of the shredded cheese in batches, letting each addition melt before adding more.
    • Stir until the sauce is smooth and fully melted.
    Step 6

  7. Combine pasta and sauce

    • Add the drained pasta to the cheese sauce and mix well so the sauce fills the pasta.
    Step 7

  8. Layer in the baking dish

    • Spread a small layer of mac and cheese in the baking dish.
    • Add the rest generously as the final layer.
    • Top with the remaining shredded cheese.
    Step 8

  9. Bake

    • Bake at 175 °C until the top is melted and bubbling.
    Step 9

  10. Broil for the crust

    • Broil for a maximum of 2 minutes to get a golden crust.
    Step 10

  11. Finish and serve

    • Sprinkle chopped chives over the top and serve hot.
    Step 11
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