GROWN UP MACARONI & CHEESE

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The ultimate comfort food by Toronto chef Michael Bonacini. Pair this with his Meat Loaf Muffins & a green veg for a "retro" dinner. You'll never eat Kraft Dinner again!!

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 onion, peeled & chopped
1 bay leaf
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and pepper
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in boiling salted water according to package directions.
  • Drain& add a little butter to prevent sticking.
  • Cover& put aside.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over low to medium heat.
  • Add flour& cook gently for 4- 5 mins.
  • Add milk, mix well& allow to simmer for a few mins.
  • Add cream, mix well& cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until sauce starts to thicken (about 10 mins).
  • Add onion& bay leaf; continue cooking for another 15- 20 mins, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat, remove bay leaf, stir in mustard& 1 1/2 cups of the cheddar, season with salt& pepper and stir well.
  • Combine with macaroni in an ovenproof casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle the rest of the cheddar over top.
  • Combine bread crumbs, parsley& paprika and sprinkle over the top.
  • Bake in a preheated 350F oven for about 15- 20 minutes or until light golden brown on top.

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