Four Cheese Macaroni and Cheese with Garlic Sage Breadcrumbs

Name: Four Cheese Macaroni and Cheese with Garlic Sage Breadcrumbs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups freshly grated white cheddar (170 grams / 6 ounces); 2 cups freshly grated gouda (170 grams / 6 ounces); 2 cups freshly grated swiss cheese (170 grams / 6 ounces); 1 ball fresh mozzarella, torn (226 grams / 8 ounces ); 5 tablespoons salted butter; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (70 grams / 2.5 ounces); 1 quart whole milk; 2 garlic cloves (grated); 2 sprigs of rosemary; 3 sage leaves; 1 bay leaf; Diamond Crystal kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 box pasta shape of choice (16 ounces); 1 cup heavy cream; 2 cups dry bread crumbs (113 grams / 4 ounces ); 10 garlic cloves (thinly sliced); 10 medium sage leaves

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:30min

This is a new and improved version of my 2023 four cheese macaroni and cheese! This version streamlines the topping a bit to make everything a touch easier, but just as delicious. I can confirm it's my favorite macaroni and cheese....just made a littlle bit better.

Updated at: Sat, 15 Mar 2025 01:27:24 GMT