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.
Ingredients
- 1 (12 ounce) package macaroni
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ cup minced onion
- 1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup half-and-half cream
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring (Optional)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/3 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup bread crumbs
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13 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.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 638 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat38g | 48% |
Saturated Fat23g | 116% |
Cholesterol111mg | 37% |
Sodium657mg | 29% |
Total Carbohydrate46g | 17% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 7% |
Total Sugars5g | |
Protein29g | |
Vitamin C2mg | 8% |
Calcium639mg | 49% |
Iron3mg | 15% |
Potassium313mg | 7% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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