Stovetop Mac and Cheese Recipe

Name: Stovetop Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt; 1 pound penne pasta; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 pound white button mushrooms, sliced; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 cups grated fontina cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; 6 slices Taleggio cheese

Servings: persons

Salt
1 pound penne pasta
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound white button mushrooms, sliced
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 cups grated fontina cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
6 slices Taleggio cheese

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Salt the water.
3
Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions.
4
Drain.
5
In a large skillet, heat the butter, thyme and garlic over medium heat for 2 minutes.
6
Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their water and begin to brown, about 7 minutes.
7
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
8
Add the flour and cook 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Whisk in the milk, cream and mustard.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Bring to a low simmer.
12
Continue whisking until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
13
Stir in the fontina and Parmesan until melted.
14
Add the pasta and toss to coat.
15
Serve in individual bowls with a slice of Taleggio on top.

1219

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 pound penne pasta, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Stovetop 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.

Stovetop Mac and Cheese

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