Serves 1
Directions
- 1Boil some water and add salt.
- 2Add cavatappi pasta and boil for eight minutes.
- 3Shred mozzarella cheese, Colby Jack cheese, and sharp cheddar.
- 4Divide the shredded cheese into two portions.
- 5Combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
- 6Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 7Add half of the seasoning mixture to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds.
- 8Add flour and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- 9Add evaporated milk a little at a time while whisking until thick.
- 10Add heavy cream a little at a time while whisking until thick and cook for two minutes.
- 11Reduce heat to low and add half the cheese.
- 12Once the cheese is melted, add the rest of the cheese and the rest of the seasoning.
- 13Add the cooked pasta and fold it in with the cheese.
- 14Take a baking dish and put half of the mac and cheese in there.
- 15Layer with cheese, then add the rest of the mac, and top with the rest of the cheese.
- 16Bake in the oven at 350 for about 25-30 minutes.
Ingredients
- water
- 1 pound cavatappi pasta
- 1 pound mozzarella cheese
- 1 pound Colby Jack cheese
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
- smoked paprika
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Tips
- Shred your own cheese.
- Divide the shredded cheese into two portions.
- Divide the seasoning into two portions.
- Taste the cheese sauce and add more seasoning as needed.
- Cook flour for 2-3 minutes.
- Don't curdle the cheese.
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