Garlic Herb Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: Garlic Herb Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces about 2 cups uncooked pasta (elbows, trumpets, rigatoni, ditalini, cavatappi, ziti... anything tubular); 1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour; 2 3/4 cups milk; 1/2 cup vermont cheese sauce mix; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard powder (optional); 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste; Topping; 4 tablespoons butter; 2 teaspoons garlic oil (optional); 2 teaspoons pizza seasoning or 2 teaspoons rosemary and thyme; 1 1/2 cups japanese panko breadcrumbs (coarse bread crumbs)

Servings: persons

8 ounces about 2 cups uncooked pasta (elbows, trumpets, rigatoni, ditalini, cavatappi, ziti... anything tubular)
1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
2 3/4 cups milk
1/2 cup vermont cheese sauce mix
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard powder (optional)
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
Topping
4 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons garlic oil (optional)
2 teaspoons pizza seasoning or 2 teaspoons rosemary and thyme
1 1/2 cups japanese panko breadcrumbs (coarse bread crumbs)

1
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F Grease four 1 1/2 to 2-cup ramekins, or one 2-quart baking dish.
2
Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (slightly firmer than you would normally eat it). Drain and rinse with cool water. Set aside.
3
In a large saucepan set over medium heat, whisk together the Signature Secrets, or flour, milk, and cheese powder. Bring to a boil.
4
Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese and seasonings. Stir occasionally, until cheese is completely melted.
5
Stir the pasta into the cheese sauce. Spoon it into the baking dish(es).
6
Melt the butter and garlic oil together, then stir in the pizza seasoning and panko bread crumbs. Sprinkle a thick layer over the pasta and cheese.
7
Bake the casserole for 25 to 35 minutes, until bubbly and browned. Remove from the oven, and serve hot.

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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: 8 ounces about 2 cups uncooked pasta (elbows, trumpets, rigatoni, ditalini, cavatappi, ziti... anything tubular), 1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour, 2 3/4 cups milk, 1/2 cup vermont cheese sauce mix, and more.

Yes, Garlic Herb Mac & 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!

Garlic Herb Mac & Cheese

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