Grown up Mac and Cheese Recipe

Name: Grown up Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces uncooked penne pasta; 4 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons flour; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 ½ cups half-and-half; 1 ½ cups swiss cheese; 1 cup colby-monterey jack cheese; 1 cup parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons milk; 2 tablespoons sliced green onions

Servings: persons

16 ounces uncooked penne pasta
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 ½ cups half-and-half
1 ½ cups swiss cheese
1 cup colby-monterey jack cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons sliced green onions

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["Heat oven to 350F Spray 9x13"" dish with nonstick spray.", "Cook penne pasta according to box and desired tenderness.", "Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.", "Stir in flour, salt, and pepper.", "Cook until bubbly, stirring constantly.", "Gradually add half and half, stirring constantly.", "Cook until mixture boils and thickens, stirring frequently.", "Remove from heat.", "Stir in cheeses, until melted.", "Cheese will be stringy.", "Stir in milk.", "Drain pasta and return to pot.", "Add to cheese sauce to pasta, stirring gently to coat.", "Pour into dish.", "Sprinkle with green onions.", "Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are bubbly and mixture is thoroughly heated."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 16 ounces uncooked penne pasta, 4 tablespoons butter, 4 tablespoons flour, ¼ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Grown up 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.

Grown up Mac and Cheese

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