Mac and Cheese with Breadcrumb Topping
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A creamy and cheesy mac and cheese topped with crispy breadcrumbs.
00:25:00 total
Serves 4
medium
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Ingredients
- butter - 4 tablespoons (for the roux and topping)
- all-purpose flour - 2 tablespoons (for the roux)
- whole milk - 1 cup (for the sauce)
- cheddar cheese - 4 oz (shredded)
- Monterey Jack cheese - 4 oz (shredded)
- Parmesan cheese - 4 oz (grated)
- salt - watch the video to see (to taste)
- pepper - watch the video to see (to taste)
- panko breadcrumbs - 1 cup (for topping)
Instructions
- Make the Roux: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and whisk until a blonde roux forms, about 1 minute.
- Add Milk: Slowly drizzle in 1 cup of whole milk while whisking until a thick sauce forms.
- Add Cheeses: Stir in 4 oz each of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and 4 oz of Parmesan cheese over low heat until melted.
- Prepare Breadcrumbs: In another pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat and add 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs. Cook until golden.
- Combine and Bake: Par-cook your pasta, combine with the cheese sauce, and top with the breadcrumb mixture. Cover and bake at 450°F for 10 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until browned and crispy.
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