Cheesemonger's Mac and Cheese

Cheesemonger's Mac and Cheese
Cheesemonger's Mac and Cheese might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe serves 8. One serving contains 675 calories, 31g of protein, and 37g of fat. Head to the store and pick up all purpose flour, penne pasta, rindless brie, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the bread you could follow this main course with the Coffee Cake Banana Bread as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes.

Instructions

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Mix all cheeses. Set aside 1 cup for topping; cover and chill. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in large saucepan over medium heat.
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Add flour and stir until mixture turns golden brown, about 4 minutes.
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Add thyme and nutmeg. Gradually whisk in milk. Simmer until thickened and smooth, stirring often, about 4 minutes.
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Add cheeses from large bowl. Stir until melted and smooth.
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Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add breadcrumbs; toss. Stir until golden, about 2 minutes.
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Transfer to plate.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook pasta in boiling salted water until tender but firm to bite.
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Drain.
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Transfer to large bowl.
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Pour cheese sauce over; toss. Divide among eight 1 1/4-cup custard cups.
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Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
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Place cups on rimmed baking sheet. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover with foil; chill.
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Drizzle each with 1 teaspoon cream. Cover with foil; bake 15 minutes. Uncover.
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Sprinkle partially baked chilled or just assembled cups with breadcrumbs.
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Bake pasta until beginning to bubble and tops are golden, about 20 minutes.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings8
Health Score13
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