TANGY MACARONI AND CHEESE

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The gruyere makes this worthy of a Sunday Dinner. I usually have nothing left over for myself the next day. This recipe came from Martha Stewart website. Note: I've made it with hot and cold milk and couldn't taste the any difference with the hot milk so that step can be skipped. I cook everything (besides the pasta) in a medium saucepan. I also use Cellentani pasta for a more special "look".

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Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 tablespoons butter
6 slices good white bread, crusts removed, torn into 1/4 to 1/2 pieces
5 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
4 1/2 cups grated white cheddar cheese (about 18 oz)
2 cups grated gruyere cheese (about 8 oz.) or 1 1/4 cups grated pecorino romano cheese (about 5 oz)
1 lb elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Heat over to 375 degrees. Butter a 3 qt casserole dish and set aside. Place bread in a medium bowl. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tbls butter. Pour butter into bowl with bread and toss. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, heat milk. Melt remaining 6 tbls butter in a high sided skillet over medium heat. when butter bubbles, add flour. Cook, whisking 1 minute.
  • While whisking, slowly pour in hot milk. Continue cooking until the mixtures bubbles and becomes thick.
  • Remove pan from heat. Stir in the salt, nutmeg, black and cayenne pepper, 2 cupes cheddar and 1 1/2 cups Gruyere or 1 cup Pecorino cheese. Set sauce aside.
  • Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Add macaronil cook 2 to 3 minutes less than manufacturer's directions, until the outside of the pasta is cooked an dthe inside in underdone. Different brands of macaroni cook at different rates; be sure to read the instructions. Transfer macaroni to a colander and rinse under cold water. drain well. Stir macaroni into reserved cheese sauce.
  • Pour macaroni into prepared dish. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Gruyere or 1/4 Pecorino, and breadcrumbs on top. Bake until browned on top - about 30 minutes. Cool 5 minutes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 607, Fat 35.1, SaturatedFat 21.5, Cholesterol 107.8, Sodium 952, Carbohydrate 44.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 27.9

Albert David
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I highly recommend it!


Garfield Vernon
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I can't wait to try this recipe again with different types of cheese. I think it would be delicious with a combination of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.


Tolno Vincent
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I served this macaroni and cheese with a side of steamed broccoli and it was a perfect meal.


Nherla Mcluckie
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I baked this macaroni and cheese for a little longer than the recipe called for and it was delicious. The cheese sauce was nice and bubbly and the macaroni was slightly browned.


Rsahiba
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I cooked the macaroni for a little less time than the recipe called for and it turned out perfectly. The macaroni was still al dente and the cheese sauce was still creamy.


Khaled elhirche
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I used a combination of cheddar and mozzarella cheese in this recipe and it was perfect. The cheddar cheese gave the macaroni and cheese a nice tangy flavor, while the mozzarella cheese made it nice and gooey.


Sana Qamar
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I added some chopped bacon to this recipe and it was delicious. The bacon added a nice smoky flavor to the macaroni and cheese.


Ariyne Ahmed Nahim
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I love that this recipe uses sharp cheddar cheese. It gives the macaroni and cheese a nice tangy flavor.


Mustansar Khan
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This macaroni and cheese is the perfect dish to serve at a party. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Valt Aoi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The tangy flavor is a nice change from the traditional recipe.


Yaqob Khan
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The tangy flavor was a nice surprise and the macaroni and cheese was delicious.


Yadav Dahal
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This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, tangy, and so satisfying.


MALKHA GAMING
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This recipe is a keeper! The tangy flavor is so unique and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nakato Vivy
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I love the tangy flavor of this mac and cheese. It's a great way to change up the traditional recipe.


FLEET DRIVER
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This is my new go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


EJ 3K
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the tangy flavor and the fact that it wasn't too heavy.


Derick brian
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This was the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the tangy kick was the perfect touch.


Irvin Gonzalez
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I'm not usually a fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The tangy flavor was really unique and delicious.


Gemma Woodroofe
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This mac and cheese was a hit with my family! The tangy flavor was a nice change from the traditional recipe, and the addition of bacon and vegetables made it extra special.