Applebee's Four Cheese Mac and Cheese Recipe

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

gorgonzola cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: blue cheese

Feta is lower in calories and adds a tangy flavor.

Cook cavatappi pasta in a large pot according to package instructions; drain and toss with olive oil.

In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat.

Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.

Stir in shredded mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, and Asiago cheeses until melted and smooth.

Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked cavatappi, mixing well to coat.

Prepare the honey pepper sauce by mixing pineapple juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, and black pepper in a bowl.

Fry chicken tenders in oil until golden brown and cooked through.

Serve the mac and cheese topped with fried chicken tenders, cooked bacon, and chopped parsley alongside a breadstick.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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