Macaroni With Three Cheeses Recipe

Name: Macaroni With Three Cheeses
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. medium pasta shells; 2 3/4 C whole milk; 1/4 C unsalted butter; 1/4 C flour; 1 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. ground pepper; 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg; 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper; 2 1/4 C packed grated white cheddar (8 oz.); 3/4 C packed grated Gruyere (about 4 oz.); 1/2 C packed grated Fontina (about 3 oz.); 6 T panko

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. medium pasta shells
2 3/4 C whole milk
1/4 C unsalted butter
1/4 C flour
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. ground pepper
1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 1/4 C packed grated white cheddar (8 oz.)
3/4 C packed grated Gruyere (about 4 oz.)
1/2 C packed grated Fontina (about 3 oz.)
6 T panko

1
Cook pasta until al dente, stirring occasionally. Drain.
2
Meanwhile, bring milk to simmer in heavy medium saucepan over medium high heat. Remove from heat. Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. When butter foams, add flour. Stir until pale golden, about 1 minute. Whisk in hot milk. Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbling, stirring occasionally about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in salt, black pepper, nutmeg and cayenne pepper. Add cheeses and stir until melted and smooth.
3
Preheat broiler. Add pasta to cheese sauce and toss to coat.
4
Divide pasta mixture between six 1 1/4 C custard cups. Sprinkle each with 1 T breadcrumbs. Broil until crumbs are golden brown, about 1 minute. Serve.

1608

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

Carbs

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.

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: 1/2 lb. medium pasta shells, 2 3/4 C whole milk, 1/4 C unsalted butter, 1/4 C flour, and more.

Yes, Macaroni With Three Cheeses 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 With Three Cheeses

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