Four cheeses make up this delicious macaroni and cheese that will not easily be forgotten. I use high quality cheese and I think it makes all the difference.
Provided by Michele McCormick
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the gemelli, and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink. Add olive oil, and toss pasta until coated; set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease. Set aside.
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat 3 tablespoons butter and the flour in a large skillet over low heat. Cook and stir until the butter is melted and the flour is incorporated, then slowly whisk in the milk. Stir in the fontina cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, white Cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; cook, whisking constantly, until cheese is melted and sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with paprika, nutmeg, garlic powder, cinnamon, and chili powder. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Stir in the pasta and beef, and transfer mixture to a large baking dish.
- Combine 2 tablespoons butter, bread crumbs, and the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Sprinkle mixture over the pasta in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 12 minutes, then set the oven on broil. Broil until lightly browned, about 3 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 660.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53.9 g, Cholesterol 114.6 mg, Fat 34 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 600.5 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
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Rehan Wife
[email protected]This mac and cheese was delicious! It was easy to make and it turned out so creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great mac and cheese recipe.
Niroshan Priyadarshana
[email protected]This mac and cheese was really good! It was easy to make and it turned out so creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great mac and cheese recipe.
kamal yadav
[email protected]This mac and cheese was amazing! It was so creamy and cheesy, and the flavor was incredible. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great mac and cheese recipe.
Jacob Donahoe
[email protected]This mac and cheese was delicious! It was easy to make and it turned out so creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great mac and cheese recipe.
Teslim Lekan
[email protected]This mac and cheese was really good! It was easy to make and it turned out so creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great mac and cheese recipe.
Arslan awan
[email protected]This mac and cheese was amazing! It was so creamy and cheesy, and the flavor was incredible. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great mac and cheese recipe.
Namakula Charity
[email protected]This mac and cheese was delicious! It was easy to make and it turned out so creamy and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great mac and cheese recipe.
Tahir Ali Gujjar
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe was really good! It was creamy and cheesy, but it also had a little bit of a kick to it. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great mac and cheese recipe.
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[email protected]This mac and cheese was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it. It was so creamy and cheesy, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Anthony Nwoko
[email protected]I made this mac and cheese for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and it turned out so creamy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great mac and cheese recipe.
damilola ewatomi
[email protected]This mac and cheese is the best I've ever had! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the flavor is amazing. I love the addition of the bacon and jalapeños. It gives it a little bit of a kick. I will definitely be making this again.