The Best Mac n Cheese Ever!

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Savory, tangy, and gooey. This is the best baked mac recipe if you love nice
gooey

Level
Level of
of DiJculty
DiJculty: Easy
Servings
Servings: 6-8 people

Chef Tips
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 1. Cheese
Cheese Tip:
Tip: Use freshly shredded cheese. Pre-shredded cheese oQen
contains anti-caking agents, which can prevent it from melting smoothly.

2. Roux
Roux BeneUts:
BeneUts: A roux helps to stabilize the cheese sauce, giving it a
creamy consistency without separating.

3. Baking
Baking Tip:
Tip: Baking at 375°F gives a slightly crisp top layer while
keeping the interior gooey. Cover with foil if you prefer it creamier
without any crust.

Equipment
Large pot

Colander

Cheese grater

Whisk

Baking dish

Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
Cheeses:
Cheeses:

2 cups gouda, shredded fresh

2 cups provolone, shredded fresh

2 cups sharp cheddar, shredded fresh

2 cups colby jack, shredded fresh

Pasta:
Pasta: 1 lb cavatappi or elbow macaroni

Seasonings:
Seasonings:

2 tsp salt
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 1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

Sauces:
Sauces:

1 tsp soy sauce

2 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Roux
Roux Ingredients:
Ingredients:

½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick butter)

½ cup all-purpose `our

Liquids:
Liquids:

2 -12oz cans evaporated milk

1 cup heavy cream

Garnish:
Garnish: Chopped chives

Instructions
1. Cook
Cook the
the Pasta:
Pasta:
Boil the pasta for 22 minutes
minutes less
less than
than package
package instructions
instructions (usually
5-7 minutes). Drain and set aside.

2. Shred
Shred the
the Cheese:
Cheese:
While the pasta cooks, shred all cheeses and mix them together in a large
bowl.

3. Make
Make the
the Roux:
Roux:
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once bubbling, add
salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, stirring for 1
minute to bloom the `avors. Stir in soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
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 4. Add
Add the
the Flour:
Flour:
Turn the heat to the lowest it will go! Sprinkle in the `our and whisk
continuously for about 22 minutes
minutes to cook out the raw taste. This forms a
smooth roux that will thicken the sauce.

5. Make
Make the
the Sauce:
Sauce:
Slowly pour in the evaporated milk cans, whisking constantly until
smooth. Repeat with the heavy cream, whisking to fully combine.

6. Incorporate
Incorporate the
the Cheese:
Cheese:
Add three-quarters of the shredded cheese in three portions:

First
First :: Stir until fully melted.

Second
Second :: Stir until fully melted.

Final
Final :: Stir brie`y, allowing it to partially melt for a gooey texture.

7. Combine
Combine with
with Pasta:
Pasta:
Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce, folding until evenly coated.

8. Bake:
Bake:
Pour the mac and cheese into a 9x13 baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining
cheese on top.
Bake at 375°F
375°F for
for 30
30 minutes
minutes until golden and bubbly. Broil
immediately for 3-5 minutes or until cheese crust is to your liking

9. Garnish
Garnish and
and Serve:
Serve:
Top with chopped chives and serve warm.

This recipe is near and dear to my heart and I truly hope it will be to you too!

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Starbie B. Four Corners Astrology Nov 13

I’m collecting everyone’s “best Mac n cheese ever” recipes like infinity stones lol!
Thank you for sharing. I can’t wait to try yours!
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Emily Nov 13

I have a party on Saturday and am in charge of making the Mac n cheese. Am going
to use this recipe. Will come back to let you know how everyone liked it.
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