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recipe creamy mac and cheese
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This turmeric-infused mac and cheese elevates the classic comfort food with warm, earthy flavors and a crispy garlic crumb topping. It’s a satisfying and surprisingly wholesome dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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- 250g (9oz) Elbow Macaroni: Uncooked pasta for the base.
- 30g (2 Tbsp) Unsalted Butter: For creating a rich roux.
- 30g (2 Tbsp) All-Purpose Flour: To thicken the sauce.
- 480ml (2 cups) Whole Milk: Provides a creamy base.
- 120ml (½ cup) Heavy Cream: Enhances the sauce’s richness.
- 200g (7oz) Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Grated for classic flavor.
- 100g (3½oz) Mozzarella Cheese: Grated for stretch and creaminess.
- ½ tsp Ground Turmeric: Adds color, flavor, and health benefits.
- ½ tsp Smoked Paprika: For a hint of smokiness.
- ¼ tsp Ground White Pepper: Delicate peppery kick.
- ½ tsp Salt: To enhance flavors.
- 2 Cloves Garlic: Minced for the crumb topping.
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil: For coating breadcrumbs and drizzling.
- 60g (½ cup) Panko Breadcrumbs: For a crispy topping.
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Parsley: Chopped for the crumb topping.
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Chives: Sliced for garnish.
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil macaroni until al dente, then drain.
- Make Roux: Melt butter, sauté garlic, then whisk in flour for 1 minute.
- Add Creaminess: Gradually whisk in milk and cream, simmer until thickened.
- Infuse with Spice: Whisk in turmeric, paprika, pepper, and salt.
- Melt Cheese: Stir in cheddar and mozzarella until smooth.
- Combine: Add pasta to sauce and mix well.
- Prepare Topping: Combine breadcrumbs, parsley, and olive oil.
- Bake: Top with breadcrumbs and bake until golden brown.
- Rest & Serve: Let rest, drizzle with oil, and garnish with chives.
Notes
For a smoother sauce, add cheese gradually and stir continuously. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or pasta shapes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg