NOT YO' MAMA'S MAC 'N' CHEESE

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This stuff is rich! Uses three kinds of cheese: sharp white Cheddar, smoked Gouda, and Parmesan. This is a specialty of John's City Diner in Birmingham, Alabama.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Penne

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1 (4 ounce) package thinly sliced prosciutto
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1/2 cup butter
1 shallot, minced
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cups whipping cream
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 (10 ounce) blocks sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
4 ounces shredded smoked gouda cheese
2 ounces shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Bake breadcrumbs in a single layer on a baking sheet 5 to 7 minutes or until golden, stirring once after 2 1/2 minutes.
  • Cook prosciutto, in batches, in a lightly greased large skillet over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until crisp. Drain on paper towels; crumble.
  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat; add shallot, and sauté 3 minutes or until tender. Add wine, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of Dutch oven, and cook 1 minute.
  • Gradually whisk in flour until smooth; cook, whisking constantly, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and next 4 ingredients; cook, whisking constantly, 12 to 14 minutes or until mixture thickens and begins to bubble. Remove and discard bay leaf.
  • Place 4 cups (16 oz.) Cheddar cheese in a large heatproof bowl. Reserve remaining Cheddar cheese for another use. Add Gouda and Parmesan cheeses to bowl.
  • Gradually pour white sauce over cheeses, whisking until cheeses are melted and sauce is smooth.
  • Stir in pasta and prosciutto until blended. Pour into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish; sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
  • Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until bubbly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 991.8, Fat 67.1, SaturatedFat 41.4, Cholesterol 217.4, Sodium 1045.5, Carbohydrate 64.5, Fiber 7, Sugar 1.7, Protein 33.8

OGUNSEMORE DORIS
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This mac n' cheese is a great way to get kids excited about eating vegetables.


Micalea
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This mac n' cheese is a great comfort food. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Maurice Hornstien
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This mac n' cheese is a great way to use up leftover ham. I often add diced ham to the cheese sauce.


Triumphant Man
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I love that this mac n' cheese is made with sharp cheddar cheese. It gives it a really浓郁的flavor.


Munashe Kamuchengi
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This mac n' cheese is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I often make a big batch of pasta on the weekend and then use the leftovers to make mac n' cheese during the week.


X7 BASIT
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This mac n' cheese is the perfect side dish for a barbecue or potluck. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Fahad Naeem
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I'm a huge fan of mac n' cheese, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Meghan Huffman
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This mac n' cheese is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. I often add chopped broccoli or spinach to the cheese sauce.


Ntoung Nolan
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I love that this mac n' cheese is baked. It gives it a nice browned crust on top.


Vangie Jardine
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This mac n' cheese is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and then bake it the next day.


A u n
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I'm not a fan of béchamel sauce, but I loved the cheese sauce in this mac n' cheese. It was so creamy and flavorful.


haya mhajna
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This mac n' cheese is a great way to use up leftover cheese. I always have a few odd bits of cheese in my fridge, and this recipe is a great way to use them up.


Shabana Hamid
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I love the crispy breadcrumb topping on this mac n' cheese. It adds a nice texture and flavor contrast to the creamy cheese sauce.


Md Roboil
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This mac n' cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and just plain delicious.


shelby griffiths
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I'm not a huge fan of mac n' cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


Oghenemakaino Ilaye Othuke
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This mac n' cheese is a little time-consuming to make, but it's totally worth it. The end result is a delicious and comforting dish that everyone will love.


Lhusky Bherry
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add different ingredients to change up the flavor, like bacon, broccoli, or jalapeños.


Hareem Khan
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This is the best mac n' cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce is so rich and creamy, and the crispy breadcrumb topping is the perfect touch.


bob drade ug
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I've made this mac n' cheese several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Sarah Innes
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This mac n' cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I especially loved the crispy breadcrumb topping.