Vodka Mac & Cheese

20m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add pasta to boiling water.
  2. 2Slice a shallot.
  3. 3Steal some pasta water when the pasta is one minute shy of al dente.
  4. 4Strain the pasta.
  5. 5Add pancetta to a pot.
  6. 6Once the pancetta is golden, remove it and add the shallot.
  7. 7Add butter to the pot.
  8. 8Add flour to the pot.
  9. 9Stir the butter and flour to create a roux.
  10. 10Add an entire small can of tomato paste.
  11. 11Add vodka to the pot.
  12. 12Add milk to the pot.
  13. 13Stir until the sauce thickens and add some more milk.
  14. 14Add a cup of heavy cream.
  15. 15Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning accordingly with salt and pepper.
  16. 16Add half of the mixed mozzarella, fontina, and parmigiano cheese into the sauce, a little at a time.
  17. 17Add the cooked pasta and pasta water into the sauce.
  18. 18Stir everything together.
  19. 19Transfer half of the mac and cheese to a baking dish.
  20. 20Add a layer of cheese.
  21. 21Add the rest of the mac and cheese.
  22. 22Add the rest of the cheese.
  23. 23Add the beautiful pancetta on top.
  24. 24Bake in the oven for 20 minutes.
  25. 25Finish it on a broil, keeping a close eye on it.
  26. 26Roll up and slice fresh basil to give it that vodka sauce final touch.

Ingredients

  • Pasta
  • 1 Shallot
  • Pancetta
  • Butter
  • Flour
  • 1 small can Tomato paste
  • Vodka
  • Milk
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Mozzarella
  • Fontina
  • Parmigiano
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • Fresh basil

Equipment

PotKnifeCutting boardMugStrainerSpatulaBaking dishOvenStool

Tips

  • Be sure to keep a close eye on the mac and cheese when broiling it in the oven.

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