The Cecils Mac And Cheese Casserole Is Something Yo

Name: The Cecils Mac And Cheese Casserole Is Something You Need To Make
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; kosher salt; 1 pound garganelli or penne rigate pasta; 1 pounds shallots, whole and peeled; 4 cups whipping cream; 4 cups white cheddar cheese, grated; 4 cups smoked gouda cheese, grated; 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped; 2 - 3 teaspoons freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup country ham, roughly chopped

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 375F.
2
Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large Dutch oven; stir in olive oil, 1 1/2 tablespoons of salt and pasta; cook according to package directions.
3
Drain well.
4
While the pasta cooks, in a large skillet over low heat add a few drops of oil and whole shallots.
5
Cook shallots over low heat until shallots begin to fall apart and caramelize, around 15-20 minutes.
6
Once caramelized, remove from skillet and set aside.
7
Bring cream to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
8
Do not boil.
9
Stir in Cheddar and smoked Gouda.
10
Add rosemary and cook, whisking often, over medium-low heat 2 to 3 minutes or until melted and smooth.
11
Remove from heat.
12
Whisk in pepper and 1 tablespoon salt.
13
Stir in pasta, caramelized shallots and ham (you can also use cooked sausage, if you have that laying around).
14
Pour mixture into a lightly greased 3-quart baking dish.
15
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
16
Remove from oven; let stand 10 minutes before serving.

2236

kcal

Calories

168

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, kosher salt, 1 pound garganelli or penne rigate pasta, 1 pounds shallots, whole and peeled, and more.

Yes, The Cecils Mac And Cheese Casserole Is Something You Need To Make falls under the General 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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The Cecils Mac And Cheese Casserole Is Something You Need To Make

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