UPSCALE MACARONI AND CHEESE

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Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Lunch     Blue Cheese     Celery     Bell Pepper     Winter     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons (1/4 sticks) butter
3 large red bell peppers (about 1 1/2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
5 celery stalks, chopped
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1 1/2 cups half and half
1 pound blue cheese, crumbled
1 teaspoon celery seeds
Cayenne pepper
3 large egg yolks
1/2 cup chopped celery leaves
1 pound penne
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers and celery and sauté until just beginning to soften, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine cream, half and half and blue cheese in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over low heat until cheese melts. Remove from heat. Add celery seeds. Season sauce with cayenne, salt and pepper. Beat yolks in medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in half of cheese sauce. Return mixture to saucepan and whisk to blend. Add celery leaves.
  • Butter 13 3/4x10 1/2x2 3/4-inch (4-quart capacity) oval baking dish. Cook pasta in pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain. Return to same pot. Add sauce and vegetables; stir to blend. Transfer to baking dish. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before continuing.)
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Sprinkle Parmesan over surface of pasta. Bake until pasta is heated through, sauce is bubbling and top is beginning to brown, about 25 minutes.

Najeem Oyetola
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Imam Imad
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This recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Kenner Marenco
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


T A
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add different cheeses, vegetables, or meats to create your own unique dish.


Ayaj Bithi
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The macaroni and cheese was delicious!


Shankar Rai
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my macaroni and cheese turned out lumpy. I think I may have overcooked the sauce.


Dada. Dada
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I think this recipe would have been better with a different type of cheese. The cheddar cheese was a bit too sharp for my taste.


Ms. Biaca
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I would have preferred a simpler version.


Subash Sah
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning.


Ahmed Raji
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This recipe was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a less creamy sauce.


Eamon McManus
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I highly recommend it!


luke sierra
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Umesh Badhai
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This recipe is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


lady oman
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I was a bit skeptical about the crispy breadcrumb topping, but it was actually really delicious. It added a nice crunch to the dish.


romantic bar
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I love that this recipe uses a variety of cheeses. It gives the macaroni and cheese a really rich and complex flavor.


Princess Diamond
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rick Knight
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My kids loved this recipe! They said it was the best macaroni and cheese they've ever had.


Kdkd Fkfkd
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This dish was easy to make and turned out amazing! I used a blend of sharp cheddar and Gruyère cheeses, and the results were fantastic.


Zohaib Khokhar
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I'm not usually a fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors were complex and delicious, and the texture was perfect.


Faisal Farooq
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This upscale macaroni and cheese recipe was an absolute hit with my family! The combination of cheeses and the crispy breadcrumb topping was divine. Will definitely be making this again.


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