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Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese
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Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese

50 minServes 6Nutri-Score D€€
from @elvii.sweets4 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

6 people
  • elbow pastaGrains300 g
  • unsalted butterDairy50 g
  • all-purpose flourPantry50 g
  • whole milkDairy600 ml
  • heavy creamDairy200 ml
  • garlic powderSpices3 g
  • onion powderSpices3 g
  • paprikaSpices1 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices1 g
  • saltSpices5 g
  • sharp cheddar (shredded)Dairy200 g
  • mozzarella (shredded)Dairy150 g
  • parmesan (grated)Dairy50 g
  • parsley (chopped)Produce5 g

per serving

Nutrition

428kcal

Carbs
41 g
Proteins
18 g
Fat
22 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish
  • Colander

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the pasta

    • Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente.
    • Drain and set aside.
    Step 1

  2. Make the spiced roux

    • Melt the butter in a saucepan.
    • Add the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and black pepper.
    • Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 1–2 minutes.
    Step 2

  3. Build the creamy sauce

    • Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously until smooth.
    • Cook until the sauce thickens.
    Step 3

  4. Melt in the cheese

    • Add the cheddar, mozzarella and parmesan.
    • Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
    Step 4

  5. Combine pasta and sauce

    • Add the cooked pasta and mix until every piece is coated.
    Step 5

  6. Bake

    • Transfer the pasta to a baking dish and top with more cheese.
    • Bake at 190 °C until golden and bubbly.
    Step 6

  7. Garnish and serve

    • Garnish with parsley and enjoy.
    Step 7
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