Adolescent Half-Baked Mac 'n Cheese Recipe AquaW

Name: Adolescent Half-Baked Mac 'n Cheese Recipe AquaW
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound of dried pasta, preferably a shape that easily picks up heavy sauce; 1 1/2 pound of cheese, shredded - preferably cheddar, colby jack and/or mozzarella; 8 strips bacon, cut into bite-sized pieces; 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 1/2 cups milk, whole or reduced-fat; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; salt & pepper to taste; 2 teaspoons white truffle oil (optional)

Servings: persons

1 pound of dried pasta, preferably a shape that easily picks up heavy sauce
1 1/2 pound of cheese, shredded - preferably cheddar, colby jack and/or mozzarella
8 strips bacon, cut into bite-sized pieces
8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 cups milk, whole or reduced-fat
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt & pepper to taste
2 teaspoons white truffle oil (optional)

1
Cook pasta as instructed on package (to al dente), let it drain and cool.
2
Set aside 2 strips worth of bacon and saute the rest with mushrooms over medium-high heat.
3
After cooking, mix with 1/2 tsp.
4
cayenne pepper and 1/2 tsp.
5
garlic powder, toss with the pasta and set them in baking dishes (I used two 9-inch silicone pie/cake pans, if you want a more substantial crust on bottom or side, use metal or glass bakeware).
6
Heat the milk in saucepan over medium-low heat, making sure it doesnt go above simmering.
7
Meanwhile, start preparing the roux on a double boiler (or an improvised one like me, with a pyrex glass bowl over a large pot of boiling water)throw the butter in and let it melt, then slowly whisk in the flour until it is smooth.
8
Afterwards, gradually mix in the heated milk.
9
Set aside 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the shredded cheese, gradually add the rest to the milk mixture and keep stirring/whisking until smooth.
10
Add the remaining garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
11
Taste-test and season as needed.
12
Preheat oven to 400 F.
13
Ladle generous amounts of cheese sauce over the pasta/bacon/mushroom and toss until they are well covered with sauce.
14
Top with remaining shredded cheese & uncooked bacon.
15
Pop it in the oven and bake for approx.
16
30 minutes.
17
(Optional) Top the baked mac n cheese with white truffle oil and serve it up!

1468

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound of dried pasta, preferably a shape that easily picks up heavy sauce, 1 1/2 pound of cheese, shredded - preferably cheddar, colby jack and/or mozzarella, 8 strips bacon, cut into bite-sized pieces, 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Adolescent Half-Baked Mac 'n Cheese Recipe AquaW falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!