Macaroni And Cheese, Rich And Creamy Recipe

Name: Macaroni And Cheese, Rich And Creamy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) box penne rigate; 3/4 lb sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 lb gruyere cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup asiago cheese, shredded (or Parmesan); 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Coat a 2-quart broiler-safe baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
3
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boiling; add penne.
4
Cook penne for 6 minutes; drain.
5
In a large bowl, toss together the cheddar, gruyere and asiago cheeses; set aside.
6
Meanwhile, in a medium-size saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat; whisk in flour until smooth and slightly bubbly.
7
In a thin stream, whisk in the milk; stir in onion powder, salt and cayenne pepper.
8
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes.
9
Remove from heat and whisk in 2-1/2 cups of the cheese mixture.
10
In a pasta pot, stir together the cooked penne and the cheese sauce.
11
Pour half of mixture into the prepared baking dish.
12
Sprinkle with a generous cup of the cheese.
13
Spoon in the remaining penne and top with the remaining cheese sauce.
14
Bake for 20 minutes.
15
Increase the oven temperature to broil and cook another 3 minutes or until the top is lightly browned.
16
Cool slightly before serving.

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* 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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) box penne rigate, 3/4 lb sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, 1/2 lb gruyere cheese, shredded, 1/2 cup asiago cheese, shredded (or Parmesan), and more.

Yes, Macaroni And Cheese, Rich And Creamy 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, Rich And Creamy

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Variations & substitutions

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