Martha'S Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: Martha'S Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Four-Cheese Macaroni Casserole; 1/2# elbow macaroni; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for dish; 2-3/4 cups heavy cream; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard; 2-1/4 cups grated sharp white cheddar; 1 cup grated Gruyere; 8 ounces Italian sweet cream cheese; Fresh grated Romano; Buttered breadcrumbs; Bacon if desired

Servings: persons

Four-Cheese Macaroni Casserole
1/2# elbow macaroni
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for dish
2-3/4 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard
2-1/4 cups grated sharp white cheddar
1 cup grated Gruyere
8 ounces Italian sweet cream cheese
Fresh grated Romano
Buttered breadcrumbs
Bacon if desired

1
Heat oven to 375 degrees
2
Generously butter a 2-quart casserole dish
3
Cook pasta al dente according to directions. Keep pasta hot.
4
Heat cream over medium heat.
5
Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a high-sided skillet over medium heat. When butter bubbles, add flour. Cook, stirring, 1 minute.
6
Slowly pour hot milk into flour-butter mixture while whisking. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, until the mixture bubbles and becomes thick.
7
Remove pan from heat, stir in salt, nutmeg, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, cheddar, Gruyere and sweet cream cheese.
8
Rinse hot macaroni under cold water and drain well.
9
Stir macaroni into cheese sauce (add bacon if desired) and pour into prepared casserole dish.
10
Garnish with Romano and buttered breadcrumbs.
11
Bake until browned on top, about 30 minutes.
12
I've given amounts for cheeses but typically add a bit more bringing cheddar, Gruyere and Italian cream cheese up a bit. No doubt you play with recipes by instinct as well. Recipe is easily doubled.

695

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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.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Four-Cheese Macaroni Casserole, 1/2# elbow macaroni, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for dish, 2-3/4 cups heavy cream, and more.

Yes, Martha'S Mac And Cheese 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Martha'S Mac And Cheese

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