This rich macaroni combines the savory flavors of Swiss, Monterey Jack, sharp Cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses along with sauteed garlic and onion to make a creamy sauce to die for. Add a little liquid smoke for a, well, smoky taste.
Step: 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Step: 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Step: 3
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and cook for 3 minutes until it begins to soften. Add the garlic, and continue cooking until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 2 minutes more. Slowly stir in the flour, and cook, stirring constantly for 5 minutes.
Step: 4
Stir in the half-and-half and milk, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in mustard powder and liquid smoke; simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 1 cup of Parmesan cheese, along with the cream cheese, Swiss, Monterey Jack, and Cheddar cheeses; stir until melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then stir in the drained macaroni noodles. Pour into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs over the macaroni
Step: 5
Bake in preheated oven until bubbly and brown, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Per Serving: 638 calories; protein 28.7g; carbohydrates 45.9g; fat 37.7g; cholesterol 111mg; sodium 656.7mg.
Prepare your food in advance can be extremely enjoyable when you do it with your favorite music in the yard , a relaxing beverage of your pick or even a partner. It is helpful to write every step required to create the meal , which may include everything from your tools and utensils to your processing menu . Make sure to list the ingredients in the process of it , so as not to leave it . A handwritten list is typically best.
Bought the right cooking tools is just as one most required as having the correct ingredients . This includes all of from pots, pans, bowls and utensils to those core of items that are easy to forget, such as parchment paper and foil. Items like squeeze bottles for adding the perfect drizzle or decoration to your main food and long tweezers to arrange smaller and thinner foods are a must-have for all of home chef.