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Mac and Cheese

Cultural Context

Mac and cheese is a beloved comfort food in the United States, often associated with childhood and family gatherings. Its origins trace back to European pasta dishes, but it gained popularity in America during the 18th century. Today, it is a staple in many households and is often served as a side dish or main course, especially at gatherings and celebrations.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound macaroni
heavy cream
cream cheese
garlic
shallots
flour
extra sharp cheddar cheese
Gruyere cheese
Kobe Jack cheese
spicy three pepper cheese
butter
honey
hot sauce
Chipotle chili powder
paprika
salt
pepper
pasta water
parmesan cheese

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Lower calorie option or more budget-friendly.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: any pasta shape

More nutritious or versatile.

1

Boil 1 pound of macaroni and save 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

2

In the same pot, saute garlic and shallots for 2-4 minutes.

3

Add flour and saute until slightly golden.

4

Add heavy cream and pasta water, then mix in the cheeses until melted.

5

Stir in the macaroni until well coated.

6

Layer macaroni and cheese in a baking dish, adding cheese between layers.

7

Bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until the top layer of cheese is melted and bubbly.

8

For buffalo chicken, prepare flour and seasoning, beat 2 eggs, and coat chicken in flour, egg wash, and panko.

9

Shallow fry the chicken and then bake at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.

10

Top the mac and cheese with the fried chicken and drizzle with buffalo sauce.

Cooking Techniques

boilingbaking

Equipment Needed

large potnon-stick panbaking dish

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Macaroni and CheeseMacaroni Cheese

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