Gourmet Mac and Cheese
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A luxurious take on the classic American mac and cheese, using a blend of cheeses for a rich and creamy texture, finished with a touch of cherry vinegar and Dijon mustard for added depth of flavor.
00:30:00 total
Serves 4
medium
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Ingredients
- Red Leicester cheese - watch the video to see (similar to Cheddar, for color and flavor)
- French Gruyère cheese - watch the video to see (Alpine style, soft, for a luxurious mouthfeel)
- Parmesan cheese - watch the video to see (for flavor)
- Béchamel sauce - watch the video to see (equal measure with the milk)
- Milk - watch the video to see
- Pasta water - watch the video to see (a tiny splash for the sauce)
- Pasta - watch the video to see (75% pre-cooked)
- Salt - to taste
- Cherry vinegar - a hit
- Dijon mustard - to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Béchamel Sauce: Prepare the béchamel sauce and milk mixture, ensuring it's bubbling away nicely.
- Add Cheeses: Gradually add the Red Leicester, French Gruyère, and Parmesan cheeses to the béchamel sauce, stirring continuously.
- Add Pasta Water: Incorporate a tiny splash of pasta water to the mixture to help the sauce bind with the pasta.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the 75% cooked pasta to the sauce, allowing it to finish cooking and absorb the flavors.
- Season: Season the mac and cheese with salt, cherry vinegar, and Dijon mustard to taste.
- Serve: Serve hot as a delightful and comforting meal.
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