Cracker Barrel Macaroni N' Cheese

Name: Cracker Barrel Macaroni n' Cheese (Upgraded)
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound Elbow Macaroni; 1/2 cup Butter; 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour; 3 cups Milk; 1 cup Heavy Cream; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Black Pepper; 1/4 tsp Nutmeg-ground; 3 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese; 1 cup Shredded Gruyere Cheese

⏱55 min

👥6

🔥400 cal

Medium

🍽️American

A refined version of the classic, incorporating sharper cheeses and a touch of nutmeg for added depth. This version maintains accessibility while elevating the flavor profile.

1 pound Elbow Macaroni

1/2 cup Butter

1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour

3 cups Milk

1 cup Heavy Cream

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⏱55 min

👥6

🔥400 cal

Medium

🍽️American

A refined version of the classic, incorporating sharper cheeses and a touch of nutmeg for added depth. This version maintains accessibility while elevating the flavor profile.

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Instructions

Cook Pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt Butter over medium heat.
Whisk in Flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, creating a roux.
Gradually whisk in Milk and Heavy Cream until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in Salt, Pepper, and Nutmeg.
Add Cheddar Cheese and Gruyere Cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Add cooked Pasta to the Cheese Sauce and stir to combine.
Serve immediately.

Ingredients

1 pound 454 g Elbow Macaroni
1/2 cup 113 g Butter
1/3 cup 40 g All-Purpose Flour
3 cups 710 mL Milk
1 cup 237 mL Heavy Cream
1 tsp 5 mL Salt
1/2 tsp 2.5 mL Black Pepper
1/4 tsp 1.25 mL Nutmeg-ground
3 cups 300 g Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 cup 100 g Shredded Gruyere Cheese

Equipment

Large pot
Large saucepan
Whisk
Colander

Instructions

Cook Pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt Butter over medium heat.
Whisk in Flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, creating a roux.
Gradually whisk in Milk and Heavy Cream until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in Salt, Pepper, and Nutmeg.
Add Cheddar Cheese and Gruyere Cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Add cooked Pasta to the Cheese Sauce and stir to combine.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition per serving

Calories 400

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