GROWN UP MACARONI & CHEESE
The ultimate comfort food by Toronto chef Michael Bonacini. Pair this with his Meat Loaf Muffins & a green veg for a "retro" dinner. You'll never eat Kraft Dinner again!!
Provided by CountryLady
Categories Cheese
Time 55m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook macaroni in boiling salted water according to package directions.
- Drain& add a little butter to prevent sticking.
- Cover& put aside.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over low to medium heat.
- Add flour& cook gently for 4- 5 mins.
- Add milk, mix well& allow to simmer for a few mins.
- Add cream, mix well& cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until sauce starts to thicken (about 10 mins).
- Add onion& bay leaf; continue cooking for another 15- 20 mins, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat, remove bay leaf, stir in mustard& 1 1/2 cups of the cheddar, season with salt& pepper and stir well.
- Combine with macaroni in an ovenproof casserole dish.
- Sprinkle the rest of the cheddar over top.
- Combine bread crumbs, parsley& paprika and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake in a preheated 350F oven for about 15- 20 minutes or until light golden brown on top.
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Prince Koushik
[email protected]Thank you for sharing this recipe! I can't wait to try it.
Nikolas Gjeçi
[email protected]I'm looking for a macaroni and cheese recipe that uses whole wheat pasta. Do you have any suggestions?
MUQIT MENGAL
[email protected]What are some good side dishes to serve with this macaroni and cheese?
Rmada Tours
[email protected]Can I freeze this dish?
Robiul Kahn
[email protected]How long can I store the leftovers in the refrigerator?
Wisdom Abel
[email protected]I'm allergic to milk. Can I use a different type of milk in this recipe?
bs bsj
[email protected]This dish is way too expensive. I can get a better macaroni and cheese at the grocery store for half the price.
Antoinette Wallace
[email protected]I'm not a fan of Gruyère cheese. I think it's too strong for this dish.
Thofo Nhlakanipho
[email protected]This recipe is way too complicated. I ended up just using a box of Kraft macaroni and cheese.
Dahunsi Tolulope
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit too bland. I added some garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to the sauce and it was much better.
Maqbool Khan
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my macaroni and cheese turned out dry and crumbly. I think I might have overcooked the pasta.
prashant Karki
[email protected]This dish is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.
Isaac Muwa
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses sharp cheddar cheese. It gives the dish a really nice flavor.
Terri Wood
[email protected]This is my go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Josue, the Creator
[email protected]So easy and delicious! I added some cooked bacon and diced tomatoes to the sauce and it was even better.
Anita Shaw
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.
Isndnz Lsmznzz
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the crispy topping is the perfect touch.
Mazma taonli
[email protected]This was a hit at my party! I made a double batch and it was all gone in no time. Everyone raved about the flavor and texture.
Kayla Coleman
[email protected]I made this for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky eater ate two helpings. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out perfect.
Spyno
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried! It has a creamy, cheesy sauce and a perfectly crispy topping. I will definitely be making this again.