Cheesy, Creamy Mac n Cheese with crunchy Panko-Parmesan topping
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a large 3 to 4 qt baking dish and set aside. Combine shredded cheeses in a large bowl and set aside.
2. Cook the pasta one minute shy of al dente according to package directions. Remove from heat, drain and place in a large bowl.
3. Drizzle pasta with olive oil and stir to coat. Set aside
4. Melt butter in a deep saucepan or stock pot.
5. Whisk in flour over medium heat and continue whisking for about 1 minute until bubbly and golden.
6. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream until nice and smooth. Continue whisking until you see bubbles on the surface and then continue cooking and whisking for another 2 minutes. Whisk in salt and pepper.
7. Add two cups of shredded cheese and whisk until smooth. Add another two cups of shredded cheese and continue whisking until creamy and smooth. Sauce should be nice and thick.
8. Stir in the cooled pasta until combined and pasta is fully coated with the cheese sauce.
9. Pour half of the mac and cheese into the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese and then the remaining mac and cheese.
10. In a small bowl, combine panko crumbs, Parmesan cheese, melted butter and paprika. Sprinkle over the top and bake until bubbly and golden brown, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (1788g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 1 Servings | ||
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Calories: 7193 | ||
Calories from Fat: 3955 (55%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 439.5g | 586 % | |
Saturated Fat 261.5g | 1307 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 127.9g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 22.3g | ||
Cholesterol 1280.4mg | 394 % | |
Sodium 5900.8mg | 203 % | |
Potassium 2292.4mg | 60 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 520.9g | 153 % | |
Dietary Fiber 21.8g | 87 % | |
Sugars, other 499.1g | ||
Protein 288g | 411 % | |
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Calories per serving: 7193
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