Creamy Baked Macaroni & Cheese

• tiempo total: 31 minutes

Ingredientes

1 lb elbow macaroni or small pasta

4 tbsp butter

4 tbsp all-purpose flour

3 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy cream

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar

1 cup shredded mozzarella

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Fontina

½ cup grated Parmesan

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp garlic powder

¼ tsp paprika

1 cup additional shredded cheddar for the top

Instrucciones

1-Cook the pasta in well-salted water until just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.

2-Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.

3-Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Keep whisking until the sauce is smooth and begins to thicken.

4-Lower the heat and add the cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack and Parmesan a little at a time, stirring until everything is melted and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika.

5-Add the pasta and stir until every piece is coated in that beautiful cheese sauce.

6-Pour into a buttered baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar.

7-Bake at 375°F for about 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbling.

8-Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Daniel Mancini