Simple Mac N' Cheese Au Gratin Recipe

Name: Simple Mac N' Cheese Au Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. (375 g) Catelli Smart Macaroni; 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil; 2 cups (500 mL) 2% milk; 1 tbsp (15 mL) flour; 2 tbsp (30 mL) butter; 2/5 lbs (200 g) grated old orange Cheddar; 1 Salt and pepper to taste; 4 cups (1 litre) multi-coloured cherry tomatoes, cut in half; 1 lemon, zest and juice; 1 cup (250 mL) Italian parsley, chopped; 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil

Servings: persons

1 pkg. (375 g) Catelli Smart Macaroni
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
2 cups (500 mL) 2% milk
1 tbsp (15 mL) flour
2 tbsp (30 mL) butter
2/5 lbs (200 g) grated old orange Cheddar
1 Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups (1 litre) multi-coloured cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 lemon, zest and juice
1 cup (250 mL) Italian parsley, chopped
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil

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1. Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain and cool on a plate oiled with 2 tbsp of olive oil.
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2. Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook 5 minutes. Add milk, using a whisking motion and cook the bechamel over low heat for fifteen minutes, stirring frequently. Add salt and pepper. Turn off heat and stir in 150 g shredded cheddar cheese.
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3. Spread macaroni evenly in a medium to large baking dish. Pour the bechamel over the macaroni. Top with remaining grated cheese. Bake 15 minutes at 350u00b0F (180u00b0C), then broil for an additional 10 minutes. Remove dish from oven and let stand for 5 minutes.
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4. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, lemon juice and zest, salt and pepper, 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30 mL) and parsley leaves. Mix well and place tomato salad directly on top of macaroni.

533

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. (375 g) Catelli Smart Macaroni, 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil, 2 cups (500 mL) 2% milk, 1 tbsp (15 mL) flour, and more.

Yes, Simple Mac N' Cheese Au Gratin 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!

Simple Mac N' Cheese Au Gratin

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