Three-Cheese Mac Bake (Print Version)

Golden baked pasta coated in buttery, cheesy goodness with just the right touch of seasoning to warm your soul.

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta

01 - 1 pound of macaroni, uncooked

→ Cheese Mixture

02 - 4.4 oz mozzarella
03 - 5.3 oz Red Leicester cheese
04 - 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese

→ Roux Components

05 - 3 to 4 cups of milk
06 - 2.6 oz plain flour
07 - 3.5 oz unsalted butter

→ Herbs and Seasoning

08 - 1 tbsp of garlic powder
09 - 1 tbsp of smoked paprika
10 - A pinch of salt
11 - 1 tbsp of parsley flakes
12 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
13 - 1 tbsp onion powder

# Steps:

01 - Cook the macaroni following the package instructions. Strain the water once done and put aside.
02 - Heat the butter in a big pan over medium flame. Mix in the flour slowly, stirring until it comes together with no chunks.
03 - Add the garlic powder, paprika, mustard, onion powder, parsley, and a touch of salt. Stir well until it’s blended.
04 - Pour the milk in small amounts, stirring all the time to keep it smooth. Keep adding until it’s creamy.
05 - Throw in half the cheddar and Red Leicester cheese. Mix until it melts completely and the sauce turns silky.
06 - Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce. Make sure all the pasta gets coated in the sauce.
07 - Move the cheesy pasta into a baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar, Red Leicester, and mozzarella on top.
08 - Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes. Then switch to broil for 10 minutes to brown the top.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - If you want a crunchy top, add a layer of breadcrumbs before it goes in the oven.

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