Mac and Cheese

30m
Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1Boil pasta until cooked, then drain.
  2. 2Shred mozzarella, Colby jack, and cheddar cheese.
  3. 3In a bowl, mix all cheeses together and divide it in half.
  4. 4In another bowl, prepare seasoning mix: salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika.
  5. 5In a pan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter.
  6. 6Add half of the seasoning mix to the melted butter and stir.
  7. 7Add 3 tablespoons of flour to the butter and seasoning mix, stir until well combined and slightly browned.
  8. 8Add one can of evaporated milk, whisk immediately to avoid lumps.
  9. 9Add 2 cups of heavy cream and whisk until smooth.
  10. 10Add remaining half of the seasoning mix and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth and thickened.
  11. 11Add half of the shredded cheese to the sauce, stir until melted.
  12. 12Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce, stir to coat evenly.
  13. 13Layer half of the macaroni and cheese mixture in a baking dish, top with half of the remaining cheese, then add the rest of macaroni and cheese and top with the remaining cheese.
  14. 14Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  15. 15Broil for 1-2 minutes to brown the top.
  16. 16Garnish with chives and serve.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pasta (quirk screws)
  • 1 pound mozzarella cheese
  • 1 pound colby jack cheese
  • 0.5 pound sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 can evaporated milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon chives

Equipment

potcolanderbox gratermixing bowlsfrying panwhiskwooden spatula9x13 inch baking dish

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