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Cheese Maker’s Mac And Cheese

Indulge in this heavenly Cheese Maker's Mac and Cheese, a creamy and rich delight that'll have you coming back for seconds. With a blend of three cheeses and a crispy bread crumb topping, this dish is the ultimate comfort food.

May 04, 2023
95% would make again
Cheese Maker’s Mac And Cheese

Recipe by halfbakedharvest.com

Ingredients

for 6 servings

  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup flour (30 g)
  • 3 cups milk (720 mL)
  • 2 cups water (480 mL)
  • 1 lb elbow macaroni (450 g)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (115 g), cubed
  • 1 ¼ cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese (125 g)
  • 1 ¼ cups shredded fontina cheese (125 g)
  • 1 cup shredded havarti cheese (100 g)
  • 1 cup smoked gouda cheese (100 g), shredded
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups ritz cracker (125 g), crushed
  • fresh basil leaf, to serve

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 976
  • Fat 54g
  • Carbs 77g
  • Fiber 1g
  • Sugar 10g
  • Protein 39g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  2. In a large pan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour, reducing heat to medium-low, cooking for 1 minute.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk and water. Add the macaroni and cook over medium-high heat until boiling. Stir frequently for 8 to 10 minutes, until the pasta is al dente.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat and add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, fontina, Gouda, and cayenne, and season with salt and pepper. Stir until fully combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a grease baking dish.
  6. In a medium skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring frequently.
  7. Add the crushed crackers and stir to combine. Toast the crumbs until browned, stirring for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
  8. Sprinkle the toasted crumbs over the macaroni and cheese, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
  9. Remove from the oven and rest for 5 minutes.
  10. Serve with fresh basil
  11. Enjoy!
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