Five Cheese Luxury Macaroni Recipe

Name: Five Cheese Luxury Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs; 7 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 12 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked; 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup cream cheese; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated; 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, grated; 1/2 cup fontina, grated; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
7 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
12 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup cream cheese
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup fontina, grated
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

1
Start boiling macaroni pasta until al dente.
2
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. In a bowl combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese and melted butter. Set aside.
3
Melt remaining butter in a saucepan over medium heat, toss in onions and garlic to caramelize.
4
Whisk in flour until slightly browned.
5
Stir in heavy cream and cream cheese. Bring to a slight boil, careful not to scald. Once boiling, reduce heat to simmer and whisk in Dijon mustard, chili powder, salt and pepper.
6
Add cheeses and melt. Combine with al dente elbow macaroni. Pour into a pre-greased 9x13-baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture on top and a few small pats of butter. Bake for 25-30 minutes until brown on top and bubbling.

1502

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs, 7 tablespoons butter, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated, 12 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked, and more.

Yes, Five Cheese Luxury Macaroni 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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Five Cheese Luxury Macaroni

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