Macaroni and Cheese in Parmesan Cups

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   To make the Parmesan Cups: Put a small nonstick pan on stove over medium heat.

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   Lay tart molds upside down on flat surface.

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   Place 1 tablespoon of cheese in a small pile about the size of a quarter in the pan.

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   Cook until cheese melts and starts to bubble.

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   Flip the cheese and continue cooking until golden brown.

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   Drape cheese over tart mold and press down with another tart mold to form cup shape.

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   Let cool.

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   Remove from molds and trim off excess cheese after cheese has cooled.

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   To make Macaroni and Cheese: Put the onion, herbs, garlic and cream in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until cream is reduced by half.

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    Strain and put cream back in pan on low heat.

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    Whisk in the cheese.

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    Add cooked macaroni to cheese mixture.

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    Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

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    To assemble: Spoon mixture into each Parmesan cup and garnish with chopped parsley.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.