Anne Burrell'S Killer Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: Anne Burrell'S Killer Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: olive oil, extra virgin; 6 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips; 3 tablespoons butter, unsalted; 1 onion, cut in 1/4-inch dice; kosher salt, as needed; 1/2 cup flour; 1 quart whole milk, plus more as needed; 1 lb pasta shells or 1 lb other short pasta; 2 cups cheddar cheese, freshly grated; 2 cups Fontina cheese, freshly grated; 1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; Tabasco sauce, to taste

Servings: persons

olive oil, extra virgin
6 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips
3 tablespoons butter, unsalted
1 onion, cut in 1/4-inch dice
kosher salt, as needed
1/2 cup flour
1 quart whole milk, plus more as needed
1 lb pasta shells or 1 lb other short pasta
2 cups cheddar cheese, freshly grated
2 cups Fontina cheese, freshly grated
1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
Tabasco sauce, to taste

1
Drizzle a bit of olive oil in a large saucepan. Add bacon and bring to medium heat. Stir bacon occasionally. When crisp and brown (6-8 minutes) remove bacon from pan. Drain. Do not discard bacon fat!
2
Add butter and onion to pan with the fat. Season with salt and cook till onions are soft and aromatic (8-10 minutes). Add flour and cook stirring 4-5 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk, season with salt. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer on low heat 8-10 minutes more.
3
In the meantime, bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook 1 minute less than the package directions stipulate. Drain and reserve.
4
Add the three cheeses to the milk mixture and whisk to combine. Add mustard and Tabasco; taste and adjust seasonings. If mixture is too thick, add more milk. Stir in bacon and pasta. Mixture should be very creamy and flavorful. Serve immediately or transfer to a baking dish or ramekins and reheat in a 375 degree oven.

1391

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: olive oil, extra virgin, 6 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips, 3 tablespoons butter, unsalted, 1 onion, cut in 1/4-inch dice, and more.

Yes, Anne Burrell'S Killer Mac And Cheese 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!

Anne Burrell'S Killer Mac And Cheese

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Variations & substitutions

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