Mac 'n' Cheese Minis Recipe

Name: Mac 'n' Cheese Minis
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Juice of 1 large lemon, divided; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 clove garlic, halved; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup kirsch (or cherry brandy); 1/8 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg; 3/4 cup grated lowfat Swiss cheese; 1/4 cup grated Gruyere; 8 ounces small pasta (such as elbow macaroni), cooked 1 minute less than directed on package; 2 tablespoons seasoned breadcrumbs; 1 cup arugula; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

Juice of 1 large lemon, divided
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 clove garlic, halved
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup kirsch (or cherry brandy)
1/8 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg
3/4 cup grated lowfat Swiss cheese
1/4 cup grated Gruyere
8 ounces small pasta (such as elbow macaroni), cooked 1 minute less than directed on package
2 tablespoons seasoned breadcrumbs
1 cup arugula
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat oven to 400F.
2
Pour 1/2 the lemon juice into a mug or bowl and stir in cornstarch.
3
Rub inside of a saucepan with garlic; cut clove halves into pieces and add to pan.
4
Add broth, kirsch and nutmeg.
5
Bring to a slow boil over medium-high heat.
6
Add cheeses.
7
Reduce heat to medium, stirring until cheese melts, 2 to 3 minutes.
8
(Mixture will separate.)
9
Stir in juice-cornstarch mixture, cooking until sauce comes together, 30 seconds.
10
Stir in pasta and spoon into 8 small ramekins or espresso cups.
11
Top with breadcrumbs; transfer to a baking sheet.
12
Bake, uncovered, until tops bubble, 8 to 10 minutes.
13
Remove from oven; transfer ramekins to a wire rack to cool, 4 to 5 minutes.
14
Toss arugula, remaining lemon juice and pepper in a bowl.
15
Top each mac 'n' cheese with salad.

385

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Juice of 1 large lemon, divided, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1 clove garlic, halved, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Mac 'n' Cheese Minis 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.

Mac 'n' Cheese Minis

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