MACARONI AND CHEESE CARBONARA

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Unsalted butter, for the baking dish
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1-inch-thick slice pancetta, cut into small dice
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5 cups whole milk, or more if needed, hot
4 large egg yolks, lightly whisked
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups (8 ounces) grated asiago cheese, plus more for the top
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) grated Irish white cheddar cheese, plus more for the top
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) grated American cheddar cheese, plus more for the top
1 cup (4 ounces) grated aged fontina cheese, plus more for the top
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for the top
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound elbow macaroni, cooked just under al dente
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter the bottom and sides of a 10-by-10-by-2-inch baking dish and set it aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels.
  • Add the garlic to the fat in the pan and cook until lightly golden brown, 1 minute. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the hot milk, raise the heat to high and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, 3 to about 5 minutes. Whisk in the eggs until incorporated and let cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the thyme, cayenne and all the different cheeses until completely melted. Season with salt and pepper. If the mixture appears too thick, add additional warm milk, 1/4 cup at a time.
  • Put the cooked macaroni in a large bowl, add the cheese sauce, reserved pancetta, and the parsley, and stir until combined. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Combine an additional 1/4 cup each asiago, cheddars, fontina and parmesan in a bowl and sprinkle evenly over the top. Bake until the dish is heated through and the top is a light golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

SATYAM YADAV
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Sisah Mdladla
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper.


Adamu Tanko Shittu
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it!


Master Craft
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Godknows Kuimba
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very versatile - you can add or subtract ingredients to suit your taste.


M Yasir Khan
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The cheese sauce is rich and creamy, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor.


Tik toker Tik toker
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese. It's also a great way to sneak in some vegetables for picky eaters.


Tobias Ahrends
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese. It's also a great way to sneak in some vegetables for picky eaters.


Kadiir Tamaam
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


tonya faison
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Jorneil Piloton
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper.


World Femus Lover80
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it!


Bilcain Rashid
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Brushyaxis 4058
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very versatile - you can add or subtract ingredients to suit your taste.


Tanwir Mohammad
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The cheese sauce is rich and creamy, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor.


Ngoak Matsapola
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese. It's also a great way to sneak in some vegetables for picky eaters.


Polash P. M
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


AS TV
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This recipe was a hit! My family loved the creamy, cheesy sauce and the crispy, flavorful bacon. I will definitely be making this again.