Baked Macaroni with Three Cheeses

Name: Baked Macaroni with Three Cheeses
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 1 c.
Ingredients: 1 lb. rotini or cavatappi; 2 c. whole milk; 8 oz. cream cheese; 3 tbsp. unsalted butter; 1 tsp. fresh-ground pepper; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 c. grated sharp Cheddar; 1 1/2 c. shredded smoked Gouda

Published: Feb 16, 2018

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Yields:

1 c.

Total Time:

45 mins

Cal/Serv:

429

Corkscrew-shaped rotini lets our macaroni and cheese soak up extra cheese for a crunchy baked topping. A combination of three cheeses (Cheddar, aged Gouda and cream cheese) gives the dish an especially creamy texture and mellow flavor. For a festive side dish, bake this recipe in individual 8-ounce ramekins.

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Ingredients

1 lb. rotini or cavatappi
2 cups whole milk
8 oz. cream cheese
3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 tsp. fresh-ground pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
1 1/2 cups shredded smoked Gouda

Directions

1. Step 1Cook the pasta and make the sauce: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook the pasta following package directions. Strain the pasta, rinse with cold water to cool and prevent clumping, drain well, and transfer to a large bowl. Set aside. Combine the milk, cream cheese, butter, pepper, and salt in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter and cream cheese have melted — about 10 minutes.
2. Step 2Assemble the macaroni and cheese: Toss the Cheddar and Gouda with the reserved pasta. Add the hot milk mixture and stir until well combined. Transfer pasta to a 3-quart baking dish and bake until the macaroni is set and the top is golden brown — about 30 minutes. Divide macaroni and cheese among 8 plates and serve hot.

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