Mac and Cheese

Mac and Cheese
If you want to add more American recipes to your repertoire, Mac and Cheese might be a recipe you should try. One serving contains 1055 calories, 44g of protein, and 65g of fat. For $4.94 per serving, you get a main course that serves 8. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. A mixture of freshly parsley leaves, shiitake mushrooms, truffle butter, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. Users who liked this recipe also liked 21 Day Fix Broccoli Mac & Cheese (AKA the perfect Mac & Cheese), 21 Day Fix Broccoli Mac & Cheese (AKA the perfect Mac & Cheese), and 21 Day Fix Broccoli Mac & Cheese (AKA the perfect Mac & Cheese).

Instructions

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Watch how to make this recipe.
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
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Heat the butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large (12-inch) saute pan, add the mushrooms, and cook over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, until they are tender.
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Add the sherry and continue to saute for a few more minutes, until the sherry is absorbed. Set aside.
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a splash of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
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Add the pasta and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until al dente.
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Drain well.
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Meanwhile, melt the truffle butter in a large (4-quart) saucepan and whisk in the flour. Cook for 2 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk. Slowly whisk in the hot milk and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the white sauce is thickened and creamy. Off the heat, add the Gruyere, Cheddar, 1 1/2 tablespoons salt, the pepper, and nutmeg.
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Combine the pasta, sauce, and mushrooms in a large bowl and pour them into a 10 by 13 by 2-inch baking dish.
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Place the garlic and parsley in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade and pulse until they're minced.
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Add the bread crumbs and pulse to combine.
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Sprinkle the crumbs over the pasta and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until the sauce is bubbly and the crumbs are golden brown.
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Serve hot.
DifficultyExpert
Ready In1 h, 30 m.
Servings8
Health Score28
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