Rachael Ray'S Mac And Cheese Lorraine Recipe

Name: Rachael Ray'S Mac And Cheese Lorraine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: salt; 1 lb gemelli pasta or 1 lb other short cut pasta; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 lb bacon, chopped; 2 onions, quartered and thinly sliced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 cup whole milk; fresh ground black pepper; 2 cups shredded gruyere; 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg, to taste; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Servings: persons

salt
1 lb gemelli pasta or 1 lb other short cut pasta
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 lb bacon, chopped
2 onions, quartered and thinly sliced
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup whole milk
fresh ground black pepper
2 cups shredded gruyere
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1
Heat water for pasta, salt water and cook pasta to al dente.
2
While pasta water comes to boil, heat extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan, in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add bacon and crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Add onions and cook 10 minutes until soft and beginning to caramelize. Add wine and cook out, 1 minute.
3
While onions cook, heat a sauce pot over medium heat. Add butter, melt and whisk in flour. Cook 1 minute then whisk in stock and milk and bring to a bubble. Thicken a few minutes then season with salt and pepper. Melt in cheese stirring it in a figure-8 motion with a wooden spoon. Add nutmeg and mustard and adjust salt and pepper.
4
Drain pasta, toss with onions and stir in cheese sauce to coat. Top with crispy bacon and serve.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: salt, 1 lb gemelli pasta or 1 lb other short cut pasta, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 lb bacon, chopped, and more.

Yes, Rachael Ray'S Mac And Cheese Lorraine 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!

Rachael Ray'S Mac And Cheese Lorraine

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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