Croque Monsieur Mac and Cheese Recipe

Name: Croque Monsieur Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb ziti pasta; 2 cups milk; 2 cups coarsely grated gruyere cheese (about 6 oz); 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese (about 4 oz); 2 large eggs; 3 slices white bread, roughly diced; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; ⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; kosher salt; 8 ounces thinly sliced deli boiled ham

Servings: persons

12 lb ziti pasta
2 cups milk
2 cups coarsely grated gruyere cheese (about 6 oz)
1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese (about 4 oz)
2 large eggs
3 slices white bread, roughly diced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
1 medium onion, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 pinch cayenne pepper
⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
kosher salt
8 ounces thinly sliced deli boiled ham

1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
3
Add the ziti and cook until al dente, about 6 minutes.
4
Drain and transfer to a large bowl; toss with 1/4 cup milk.
5
Meanwhile, combine both cheeses in a bowl.
6
Beat 1/4 cup milk and the eggs in another bowl; fold in the bread and add half of the cheese.
7
Melt the butter in a saucepan over high heat.
8
Add the onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until just brown, 2 minutes.
9
Sprinkle in the flour, cayenne, nutmeg and 1 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring, about 2 minutes.
10
Slowly add 3/4 cup water and the remaining 1 1/2 cups milk; bring to a boil, stirring until thickened.
11
Remove from the heat and whisk to cool slightly.
12
Whisk in the remaining cheese, then add the pasta and toss.
13
Butter a shallow casserole dish.
14
Add half of the pasta, top with some of the ham and cover with the remaining pasta.
15
Top with the remaining ham, then cover with the bread mixture.
16
Bake until golden and bubbly, about 20 minutes.
17
Let rest a few minutes before serving.

6175

kcal

Calories

124

Fat

1035

Carbs

214

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb ziti pasta, 2 cups milk, 2 cups coarsely grated gruyere cheese (about 6 oz), 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese (about 4 oz), and more.

Yes, Croque Monsieur 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.

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Croque Monsieur Mac and Cheese

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