Classic Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 1 bunch Chives
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic powder

• Pasta & Grains

  • 1 lb Macaroni or pasta

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/8 tsp Cayenne, powder
  • 1 tbsp Kosher salt

• Dairy

  • 8 tbsp Butter, unsalted
  • 4 oz Cheddar cheese, Aged
  • 4 oz Gruyere cheese
  • 2 oz Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 4 cups Whole milk

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Directions

• In a large pot of salted water, boil the pasta to al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside to dry.
• In the same pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour, a bit at a time, until completely combined, and continue to whisk until golden, about 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth and continue to whisk until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Mix in the salt, garlic powder, and cayenne powder.
• Add in the cheddar, gruyere, and half of the parmesan, a handful at a time, stirring until melted entirely. Toss the cooked pasta in with the sauce mixture and transfer to an oven safe skillet or baking dish. Top with the remaining grated parmesan.
• Broil until the cheese on top gets bubbly and begins to brown on the edges, about 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped chives and serve.