Mac and Cheese

Mac and Cheese

30 mins

Directions

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    Boil pasta until cooked and set aside.

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    Shred mozzarella, Colby jack, and cheddar cheese.

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    In a bowl, combine all the shredded cheeses.

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    In a small container, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Divide this mixture in half and set aside.

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    In a frying pan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter.

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    Add half of the seasoning mixture to the melted butter, stir and cook until fragrant.

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    Add 3 tablespoons of flour to the pan and mix well until it forms a paste-like consistency.

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    Add 1 can of evaporated milk and whisk continuously to prevent lumps.

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    Add 2 cups of heavy cream and whisk until smooth.

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    Add the remaining seasoning mixture and stir.

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    Add 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard and stir.

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    Let the sauce thicken slightly before adding cheese.

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    Add half of the cheese mixture to the sauce, stirring until melted.

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    Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and mix well.

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    Layer the mac and cheese in a baking dish, starting with a layer of mac and cheese, followed by a layer of cheese, and finish with a final layer of mac and cheese and top with the remaining cheese.

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    Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until the top is melted and bubbly.

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    Broil for 1-2 minutes to get a nice crust.

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    Garnish with chives before serving.

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Ingredients

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

Equipment

pot colander box grater large bowl two small plastic containers frying pan whisk spatula glass baking dish oven

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