STEPHANIE'S MAC N CHEESE

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Categories     Pasta

Number Of Ingredients 16

ULTIMATE MACARONI & CHEESE
(adapted from Stephanie's on Newbury Street, Boston)
8 ounces small bow-tie, rigatoni, or penne pasta (or other favorite shape), cooked al dente and drained
For sauce:
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp flour
2 cups half & half or light cream
1-1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 ounces shredded Vermont cheddar
2 ounces shredded romano
2 ounces shredded asiago
For topping:
1 cup panko (do not substitute - this is essential for crisp topping)
4 tbsp melted butter
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large saucepan, add flour and simmer 2-3 minutes on medium heat. Add cream and whisk until dissolved. Continue cooking on low-medium until thick & bubbly. Add all the cheeses, and S&P - cook until cheese is melted. Add to the pasta and place in buttered baking dish. Mix together the panko & melted butter, sprinkle on top, and bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Top with parsley.(optional) For a variation, add cooked lobster meat, truffle oil, bacon or fresh veggies. Wonderful winter comfort food.

Bahadr Ali
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Eh Hi
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This mac and cheese was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still good. I would use less cheese next time.


titi gonzalez
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I'm a huge fan of mac and cheese, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's creamy, cheesy, and has the perfect amount of crunch from the breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Sagar Bishwakarma
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This mac and cheese is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Naim Ur
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste, but it was easy to make and the results were satisfying. I would add more spices next time.


Ahman Khan
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I'm a vegetarian, so I substituted the ground beef for tofu. It turned out great! The mac and cheese was creamy, cheesy, and had the perfect amount of spice.


Ayub Mohamed
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it. The mac and cheese was delicious and everyone at my dinner party loved it.


Sesethu Booi
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This mac and cheese was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but my kids loved it. It was easy to make and the results were creamy and satisfying.


Abid Ali Mallah
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I'm a picky eater, but I loved this mac and cheese. It was cheesy, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of crunch from the breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Waheed Shah
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The mac and cheese was creamy, cheesy, and had the perfect amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Hugo Rocha
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This was the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce was so creamy and rich, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Gana Salama
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and satisfying. I especially loved the crispy breadcrumb topping.


MD Rafiul Islam
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This mac and cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and had the perfect amount of crunch from the breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again.