Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exquisite Five-Cheese Macaroni with Prosciutto Bits, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends creamy cheeses, succulent prosciutto, and perfectly cooked macaroni. This delectable dish is guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Our comprehensive guide provides you with step-by-step instructions, ensuring you create a dish that is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. Additionally, discover variations such as the Three-Cheese Macaroni for a classic comfort food experience, the Spinach and Artichoke Macaroni for a touch of greens, and the Lobster Macaroni for an extravagant seafood twist. Embark on a culinary journey and elevate your macaroni game to new heights with our diverse selection of recipes.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
FIVE-CHEESE MACARONI WITH PROSCIUTTO BITS
A recipe that came in my most recent TOH magazine by Mya Zeronis. Here is what is stated about the dish: Macaroni is baked with smoked Gouda, Swiss, white cheddar, goat cheese and Parmesan and topped with crispy prosciutto - so worth it!
Provided by diner524
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente.
- Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir for 4-6 minutes or until golden brown. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually stir in wine. Add cream, pepper and salt; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add goat cheese; stir gently until melted. Gradually stir in the remaining cheeses; cook until melted. Remove from the heat.
- Drain macaroni; stir into sauce. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, in a small nonstick skillet, cook prosciutto over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until crisp, stirring frequently. Sprinkle over macaroni just before serving.
CHEESE LOVERS 5 CHEESE MAC AND CHEESE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F and butter a 9 by 13-inch glass baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain.
- In a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot, saute the bacon until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and reserve. Saute the onion in the bacon drippings until soft. Add the 5 tablespoons butter to the onion mixture and melt the butter stirring with a wooden spoon.
- Using a whisk, add the flour, and stir constantly until well mixed with the fat making a roux. Whisk in the mustard. Gradually add the milk and cream whisking constantly.
- Add the thyme, bay leaf, and salt. Let come to a simmer and stir frequently for 15 minutes.
- Strain the hot milk mixture into a metal bowl and discard the solids. Working quickly, mix in 1 cup fontina, blue cheese, 1/2 cup Gruyere, 1/2 cup white Cheddar, 1/2 cup Parmesan, the reserved bacon, and parsley. Continue to stir until all cheese is melted.
- Add the cooked noodles to the cheese mixture to coat. Add the noodle mixture to the prepared baking dish. Mix the remaining cheese and bread crumbs together and sprinkle on top of the noodles. Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbling and golden brown. Remove from oven when done and rest for 5 minutes.
MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH PROSCIUTTO CASSEROLE
Macaroni and Cheese with Prosciutto Casserole
Provided by Jane Kaylie @Recipesnfoodcom
Categories Casseroles
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium saucepan of boiling salted water, cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente; drain well.
- In large bowl, whisk ½ cup cheese, cream, milk, prosciutto, Parmesan and nutmeg to blend.
- Add macaroni; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to buttered 11 by 7 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
- Bake on bottom rack of preheated 400*F oven until cheese melts and macaroni sets, about 20 minutes.
FIVE-CHEESE MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: elbow macaroni, evaporated milk, eggs, unsalted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, provolone cheese, smoked gouda cheese, salt, black pepper
Provided by Alvin Zhou
Categories Sides
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
- In a large pot or dutch oven, cook macaroni according to package directions, salting the water with 2 teaspoons of salt. Drain and return to the warm pot.
- Add butter to warm macaroni and mix until melted. Season with the remaining salt and pepper.
- Add half of the cheddar cheese, mozzarella, provolone, gouda, and feta cheese. Mix well.
- Add eggs and evaporated milk, mix until fully incorporated.
- Transfer to a 9x13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the top has nicely browned.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1170 calories, Carbohydrate 94 grams, Fat 66 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 54 grams, Sugar 11 grams
MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH PROSCIUTTO
Categories Milk/Cream Pasta Side Bake Kid-Friendly Buffet Casserole/Gratin Parmesan Winter Swiss Cheese Prosciutto Potluck Nutmeg Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Small Plates
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Position rack in bottom third of oven; preheat to 400°F. Butter 11x7-inch glass baking dish. Cook macaroni in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain well.
- Whisk 1/2 cup Gruyère, cream, milk, prosciutto, Parmesan and nutmeg in large bowl to blend. Add macaroni and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup Gruyère over. Bake until cheese melts and macaroni and cheese sets, about 20 minutes. Serve warm.
5 CHEESE MACARONI AND CHEESE
Decadent! Everyone raves about this dish. So cheesey and full of flavor. Good southern comfort food. Wonderful with pork chops or fried chicken. Originally I got the base of this recipe from Nell Carter on some TV show. I had to spice it up a bit.
Provided by Digboo
Categories Cheese
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook 2 cups macaroni noodles in salted boiling water for only about 6 minutes > do not over cook as they will continue to cook in the oven.
- While noodles are cooking: mix eggs, milk, cream cheese, melted butter and spices together in large mixing bowl.
- Drain noodles.
- Add noodles and all the shredded cheese to egg mixture.
- Pour into a greased 9x13 baking pan.
- Bake in a 325 degree oven for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.5, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 19.1, Cholesterol 163.8, Sodium 836.8, Carbohydrate 25.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 5.2, Protein 20
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the macaroni and cheese will be. Use a good quality pasta, sharp cheddar cheese, and flavorful prosciutto.
- Cook the pasta al dente: This means that the pasta should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Make a roux: A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken the cheese sauce. This will help to prevent the sauce from becoming too thin and runny.
- Use a variety of cheeses: Using a blend of cheeses will give the macaroni and cheese a more complex and flavorful taste. Cheddar, Gruyère, Parmesan, and Fontina are all good choices.
- Add some crispy prosciutto: The crispy prosciutto adds a salty and savory flavor to the macaroni and cheese. You can cook the prosciutto in a skillet until it is crispy, or you can buy pre-cooked prosciutto.
- Bake the macaroni and cheese until it is golden brown: This will help to create a nice crust on top of the macaroni and cheese.
Conclusion:
This five-cheese macaroni with prosciutto bits is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is cheesy, creamy, and flavorful, with a crispy prosciutto topping that adds a nice salty and savory flavor. This macaroni and cheese is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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