Macaroni And Cheese For Adults Recipe

Name: Macaroni And Cheese For Adults
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces unsalted butter (1 stick); 4 ounces all-purpose flour; 16 ounces whole milk (2 cups); 32 ounces heavy cream (4 cups); 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded; 8 ounces fontina, shredded; 2 ounces triple cream brie (or Saint-Andre cheese); 8 ounces smoked gouda cheese, shredded; 16 ounces parmesan cheese, grated; 8 ounces goat cheese; 16 ounces sour cream; 1 cup thin-sliced prosciutto ham, cut into strips (omit for vegetarian); 1 cup fresh green peas (or frozen peas, thawed); 24 ounces dry macaroni, cooked and well drained (elbows or penne); 1 tablespoon minced black truffle

Servings: persons

4 ounces unsalted butter (1 stick)
4 ounces all-purpose flour
16 ounces whole milk (2 cups)
32 ounces heavy cream (4 cups)
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
8 ounces fontina, shredded
2 ounces triple cream brie (or Saint-Andre cheese)
8 ounces smoked gouda cheese, shredded
16 ounces parmesan cheese, grated
8 ounces goat cheese
16 ounces sour cream
1 cup thin-sliced prosciutto ham, cut into strips (omit for vegetarian)
1 cup fresh green peas (or frozen peas, thawed)
24 ounces dry macaroni, cooked and well drained (elbows or penne)
1 tablespoon minced black truffle

1
In a large saucepan, make a roux out of the butter and flour by melting the butter and adding the flour, mixing until smooth. Cook over low heat for about 3 minutes while mixing continuously.
2
Slowly add the milk and then cream. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 10 minutes or until mixture is nice and thick.
3
Turn off the heat and whisk in the cheeses and sour cream in the following order: mozzarella, fontina, St. Andre, smoked Gouda, Parmesan, goat cheese, sour cream.
4
In a large, separate sauce pan, saute the prosciutto until browned.
5
Add the peas.
6
Add the cheese sauce and cooked, drained macaroni, tossing to mix well.
7
Plate, and garnish with the truffles.
8
Serve warm.

2676

kcal

Calories

221

Fat

Carbs

115

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces unsalted butter (1 stick), 4 ounces all-purpose flour, 16 ounces whole milk (2 cups), 32 ounces heavy cream (4 cups), and more.

Yes, Macaroni And Cheese For Adults 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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Macaroni And Cheese For Adults

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