NOT YOUR MAMA'S MAC-N-CHEESE
No, it's not my mama's but my sisters! This is a unique recipe that requires no roux so the sauce is creamy not grainy as some can be. I make "Grown Up Mac-n-Cheese by replacing some of the cheese with gorgonzola (4oz to be exact) and giving it a crumb topping instead. This is easy enough for you to do as you like. I do recommend using several different types of cheese for complexity.
Provided by MacChef
Categories Penne
Time 1h
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large pot bring water to boil and salt to boil. Add pasta and cook for half the time recommended on the box. Usually 5-6 minutes.
- Meanwhile, pour your milk into a large microwave safe bowl and heat until milk is hot, about 3-4 minutes.
- While the milk is heating, dump all of your cheese into a large bowl, removing one cup or so for the top, and add your cornstarch. Mix until all of the cheese is lightly coated in the starch. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
- When milk is hot, start adding your cheese a handful at a time until each addition is melted. The milk will likely have to go back into the microwave to heat back up as the cheese will cool it down.
- When pasta is ready, drain and put into a 13x9 inch casserole dish sprayed with non stick spray. Pour sauce over the top and push around so that the sauce begins to move inside the pasta tubes.
- Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake at 350 for about 30 minutes.
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Eric Feistel
[email protected]This mac and cheese is a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I'll just use less jalapenos next time.
Roxie Lennon
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of jalapenos, but I really enjoyed this mac and cheese. The jalapenos add just the right amount of spice.
Sumit Ganesh
[email protected]This mac and cheese is a must-try. It's the perfect comfort food.
shahmeer niaz
[email protected]I love the addition of bacon and jalapenos to this mac and cheese. It gives it a really nice flavor.
Iram Zahra
[email protected]This mac and cheese is so good! It's the perfect combination of creamy and cheesy.
Janak Budha
[email protected]I've made this mac and cheese several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food.
mario candela
[email protected]This mac and cheese is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's creamy, cheesy, and delicious.
iAnku
[email protected]I love that this mac and cheese has a little bit of a kick to it. The jalapenos really add a nice flavor.
Kader Molla
[email protected]This mac and cheese is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Denise Arends
[email protected]I've been making this mac and cheese for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food.
Kelvin Wilfred
[email protected]This mac and cheese is a game-changer. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the bacon and jalapenos give it a really nice flavor.
Bishaar Bukhaari Official
[email protected]I made this mac and cheese for my family last night and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up.
Mohsin Veer
[email protected]This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had. The combination of cheeses is perfect, and the bacon and jalapenos add a nice kick.
Lucky Studio
[email protected]This mac and cheese is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can throw it together in a few minutes and it's always a hit.
Kalese Curry
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of jalapenos, but I'm so glad I did. The jalapenos add just the right amount of spice without being overpowering.
Mirja Alomgir Hossen
[email protected]This mac and cheese was a huge hit at my last party. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the crispy bacon on top. It's definitely a recipe I'll be making again and again.
Jordan Freeman
[email protected]I've tried many mac and cheese recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and cheesy, with just the right amount of spice from the jalapenos. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Bhojraj Gautam (Raj)
[email protected]This mac and cheese is anything but ordinary! The unique blend of cheeses and the addition of bacon and jalapenos give it a flavor that's out of this world. It's a perfect dish for a party or a potluck, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tri