3-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: 3-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon salt, plus more for pasta water; 1 pound large elbow macaroni; 6 tablespoons butter; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 cups milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound white Cheddar, shredded; 4 ounces Romano, shredded; 4 ounces Asiago, shredded; 2 cups bread crumbs (suggested: panko (Japanese) available at most markets); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon salt, plus more for pasta water
1 pound large elbow macaroni
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound white Cheddar, shredded
4 ounces Romano, shredded
4 ounces Asiago, shredded
2 cups bread crumbs (suggested: panko (Japanese) available at most markets)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
2
In large pot filled with water add 3 pinches of salt and the macaroni and place over high heat.
3
Bring to a boil and let cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.
4
Drain.
5
Set aside.
6
In a large saucepan, melt butter.
7
Sprinkle flour over butter and cook 2 to 3 minutes on medium heat, whisking until a roux or paste forms.
8
Add cold milk and whisk vigorously until dissolved.
9
Cook sauce on medium-low heat until thick and bubbly.
10
Add heavy cream, all cheeses, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon pepper.
11
Cook until cheeses are fully melted, stirring occasionally.
12
Add cooked macaroni to cheese mixture and mix thoroughly.
13
Place macaroni mixture in a 13 by 9 baking dish and top with bread crumbs.
14
Place in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
15
Top with fresh parsley and serve.
16
For variations, add cooked lobster meat, truffle oil, bacon and/or garden fresh vegetables.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon salt, plus more for pasta water, 1 pound large elbow macaroni, 6 tablespoons butter, 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, 3-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

3-Cheese Macaroni and Cheese

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