Streetbirds Return of the Mac Recipe

Name: Streetbirds Return of the Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound penne; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1 cup whole milk; 4 1/2 ounces cream cheese (1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon); 3/4 cup grated Grana Padano cheese; 1/2 pound aged white cheddar cheese, such as Grafton (2 cups shredded); Kosher salt; 1/4 cup plain dry breadcrumbs; 6 scallions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 pound penne
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
4 1/2 ounces cream cheese (1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon)
3/4 cup grated Grana Padano cheese
1/2 pound aged white cheddar cheese, such as Grafton (2 cups shredded)
Kosher salt
1/4 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
6 scallions, thinly sliced

1
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until just al dente, about 10 minutes.
2
Drain well.
3
Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
4
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt the butter over moderate heat.
5
Whisk in the flour until a paste forms; continue whisking until the paste is light golden.
6
Whisk in the heavy cream and milk, a little at a time at first to avoid lumps.
7
Bring to a boil and cook, whisking constantly, until smooth and thickened, about 3 minutes.
8
Reduce heat to low and whisk in the cream cheese, Grana Padano and 1 cup of the cheddar.
9
Season with 1 teaspoon salt.
10
Preheat the broiler.
11
In a bowl, toss the pasta with the hot cheese sauce.
12
Transfer to the buttered dish.
13
Top evenly with the remaining 1 cup of cheddar and the breadcrumbs; season with salt and pepper.
14
Broil 6 inches from the heat for 4 to 6 minutes, until the crumbs are browned and the cheese sauce is bubbling.
15
Top with the scallions 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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound penne, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup heavy cream, and more.

Yes, Streetbirds Return of the Mac 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.

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Streetbirds Return of the Mac

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