Mac and Cheese
HB-2583 · Hand-built original · American
Mac and Cheese is an American side dish built around pasta. Ready in 30 min.
AmericanSide Dish30 minServes 12494 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabetic
Main ingredient: pasta
Pairs well with: garlic bread, caesar salad, caprese salad, bruschetta, grilled vegetables
Servings:12quantities adjust to match
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp salt, for the pasta water
- 16 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 1/4 lb American cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp grated Romano cheese
- 4 oz Colby Jack cheese, shredded
Method
- Bring a large pot of water with the salt to a boil. Cook the macaroni until just al dente, then drain well.
- Return the empty pot to low heat and add the heavy cream and evaporated milk. Warm until steaming but not boiling.
- Add the American cheese a few slices at a time, stirring constantly, until fully melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the Parmesan, Romano, and Colby Jack until melted.
- Add the drained macaroni and stir for 2 to 3 minutes over low heat, until every piece is coated and the sauce clings to the pasta.
- Serve immediately, while the sauce is at its creamiest.
Prep: 10 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 30 min
Nutrition (per serving, where published)
494 kcalCalories
17 gProtein
31 gCarbs
34 gFat
1 gFibre
2 gSugars
1464 mgSodium
112 mgCholesterol
1 servingServing