4 Cheese Macaroni With a Little More.... Recipe

Name: 4 Cheese Macaroni With a Little More....
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups elbow macaroni; 1 onion, sliced thinly; 1 tablespoon olive oil; ½ cup mushroom, roughly chopped; 2 slices bacon, chopped; 2 tablespoons white wine; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; 1 ½ cups milk; 1 ½ cups shredded four cheese blend, asiago provolone romano parmesan cheese blend; salt, pepper; 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (optional); ⅓ cup breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, finely chopped

Servings: persons

3 cups elbow macaroni
1 onion, sliced thinly
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup mushroom, roughly chopped
2 slices bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons white wine
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups shredded four cheese blend, asiago provolone romano parmesan cheese blend
salt, pepper
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (optional)
⅓ cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, finely chopped

1
Cook macaroni according to package directions, drain and place in large mixing bowl.
2
Saute onion, mushrooms and bacon in olive oil until carmelized; add wine and reduce; let cool and stir this mixture into cooked macaroni.
3
Prepare white sauce by melting butter and adding flour, cook until bubbly, then slowly add milk.
4
At medium low heat, stirring constantly, cook until velvety and thickened; add cheese and stir until completely melted and smooth.
5
Add sauce to macaroni, stir well and season with parsley, salt and pepper and chili flake, if using.
6
Spoon into ungreased baking dish, spread breadcrumbs evenly over surface - bake at 350 F for about 30 minutes.

415

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups elbow macaroni, 1 onion, sliced thinly, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ cup mushroom, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, 4 Cheese Macaroni With a Little More.... 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.

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4 Cheese Macaroni With a Little More....

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