SWEET ONION MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE - (4.4/5)

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Sweet Onion Mac and Cheese Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by HeatherS

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 oz. orecchiette pasta
1 Tbs. olive oil
8 Tbs. unsalted butter
1 cup canola oil
1 large sweet onion, such as Vidalia or Maul, diced
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk, warmed
2 oz. fontina cheese grated, about 1/2 cup
2 oz. sharp white Cheddar cheese, grated, about 1/2 cup
3 Tbs. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 large shallot, thinly sliced
1/4 cup rice flour (can substitute cornstarch)
1 tsp. snipped fresh chives
1 tsp. chopped fresh parsley
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring pot of salted water to boil over high heat. Ai pasta; cook until al dente. Drain pasta; run under cc water and return to pot. Toss pasta with olive oil. Heat 2 Tbs. butter and 1 Tbs. canola oil in skillet over medium heat. Add onion; toss to coat with fat Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 5 minutes. Raise heat to medium-high; sprinkle onion with salt and pepper and cook, uncovered, stirring occasional 7-10 minutes or until onion is golden brown. Pulse onion in food processor or blender; set aside. Heat remaining 6 Tbs. butter in pot over low heat. Stir in flour; cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes until mixture turns slightly beige and bubbly. Increase heat to medium; slowly whisk in warm milk. Bring to boil, whisking often. Reduce heat to low; simmer sauce, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until thickens. Combine cheeses; add to sauce by 1/2-c measures, stirring until cheese melts before next addition. Stir in onion puree; season with salt a pepper. While sauce simmers, heat remaining canola oil small pot to temperature of 350°F. Coat shallot slices with rice flour, shaking off any excess. Fry in oil 1 minutes or until golden brown. Remove shallots from oil with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. To serve, stir sauce, chives, and parsley in pasta. Cook over low heat until pasta is hot a coated with sauce. Serve immediately, garnish! each serving with some of fried shallots.

Curtis Sellers
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni. The sauce is creamy and cheesy, and the onions add a nice sweetness. I've made it a few times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Talha 7
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I love this recipe! It's so creamy and cheesy. The caramelized onions add a nice sweetness and depth of flavor. I've made it a few times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Nisradin Zanbe
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This is a delicious and easy recipe! The caramelized onions add a really nice flavor to the dish. I've made it a few times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sleepy Jeannie
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni. The sauce is creamy and cheesy, and the onions add a nice sweetness. I've made it a few times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Tumusiime Abbey
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of onions, but I'm so glad I did! The caramelized onions add a really nice sweetness and depth of flavor to the dish. The sauce is also very creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be mak


Usman Kha.
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This recipe is amazing! The caramelized onions add a really nice depth of flavor to the dish. I've made it a few times now, and it's always a hit.


Soyed Murad
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. The sauce is creamy and cheesy, and the onions add a nice sweetness. I've made it for my family and friends, and they all loved it.


Trey 816
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This is a great recipe! I've made it a few times now, and it always turns out delicious. The onions add a really nice flavor to the dish.


gul abbas
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I've made this recipe twice now, and it's quickly become a favorite. The caramelized onions add a really nice touch, and the sauce is so creamy and flavorful. Definitely recommend!


Dino UwU
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This recipe is a keeper! Super easy to make, and the result is creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-delicious. My kids loved it, too. Thanks for sharing!


Unruly Caan
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So good! I made this last night and my husband and I loved it. The sauce is so cheesy and flavorful, and the onions add a nice touch of sweetness. We will definitely be making this again!


Vmfkcdi Bisjveieibs
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Just tried this recipe and it turned out amazing! The onions add a really nice sweetness and depth of flavor to the dish. Will definitely be making this again!


Md. Sagor
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This Sweet Onion Mac and Cheese is a hit with my whole family! They love the creamy, cheesy sauce and the sweet caramelized onions. I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a success. Highly recommend!