Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Garlic Parmesan Mac and Cheese, featuring a blend of rich cheeses and aromatic garlic for a flavorful twist on a classic comfort dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces cavatappi pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 5 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 block cream cheese, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
- 1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese, grated, divided
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Make Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, add garlic, flour, milk, cream, seasonings, cream cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1 cup parmesan. Stir until smooth.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Mix pasta with cheese sauce, then transfer to a baking dish.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle remaining mozzarella, parmesan, breadcrumbs, and paprika on top.
- Bake: Bake until golden and bubbly. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding cooked chicken, bacon, or vegetables for extra flavor and texture.
- For a crispy topping, broil the dish for a few minutes at the end of baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg