OOEY GOOEY MAC AND CHEESE

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

One 16-ounce box cavatappi pasta (I like De Cecco)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups heavy cream, warmed
1 cup evaporated milk
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Fine sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
3 large egg yolks
1 pound extra-sharp Vermont Cheddar, shredded
8 ounces processed American cheese, such as Velveeta, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
One 8-ounce bag ridged potato chips, lightly crushed

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta per the manufacturer's al dente specifications, then rinse with cold water in a colander. Set aside. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a 4-quart Dutch oven, melt the butter over low heat, then add the flour, stirring until thickened. Add the cream, evaporated milk, cayenne pepper and some salt and pepper, then whisk until thickened to the point that the sauce coats the back of a wooden spoon, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the yolks and a tablespoon or two of the white sauce to temper the yolks, stirring constantly. Add the tempered yolks back to the white sauce, whisking, then add the Cheddar, followed by the American cheese, stirring until the cheese has melted completely. (If the cheese is not melting completely, return the saucepan to the stovetop over low heat and stir just until the cheese melts.) Gently stir in the pasta until coated. (The mac and cheese can be served at this point if desired, for a stovetop version.)
  • Turn the mixture out into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Crumble the chips on top of the mac and cheese and bake until golden brown and bubbling, 20 to 30 minutes. (If traveling with the mac and cheese, put a lid on it and bake on-site, preferably over a campfire!)

Siam Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe is pretty good. The cheese sauce is nice and creamy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly.


Sushil Adhikari
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This mac and cheese is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's creamy, cheesy, and so flavorful. I love that it's also easy to make.


nadeem rajput
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This mac and cheese recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it always comes out perfectly. I love that I can use different types of cheese to create different flavor combinations.


Isela Lamas
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I was really disappointed with this mac and cheese. The cheese sauce was too runny and the noodles were mushy.


Rachel B
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This mac and cheese is a bit too heavy for my taste, but it's still pretty good. I would recommend using a lighter cheese sauce next time.


Mzwakhe Msane
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I've never been a big fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly.


Namubiru Drucillar
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This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's so rich and creamy, and the cheese sauce is just amazing.


Wahid Rehman
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I'm always looking for new mac and cheese recipes and this one definitely didn't disappoint. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the addition of bacon and breadcrumbs takes it to the next level.


Shamoon Shamoon
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This mac and cheese is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve.


Chris Aguilar
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I've made this mac and cheese several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Kabir Ahmmad
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This mac and cheese was a disaster! The cheese sauce was too thick and the noodles were overcooked.


Ameenu Ibrahim
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I had to add some extra seasonings to make it more flavorful.


CRAZY GAMING
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This mac and cheese is a bit too rich for my taste, but it's still pretty good.


Hafiz Waheed
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I'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and I can't get enough of it.


Riyadh rume
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This is the best mac and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the perfect comfort food.


Carolyn Pena
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I made this mac and cheese for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Kevin Kerr
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This mac and cheese is a family favorite! It's always a hit at potlucks and parties.


Dantes John
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the end result is always delicious. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful.


Black Monkey
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This mac and cheese is the bomb! I've made it a few times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it comes out perfectly every time.