Mac & Cheese

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish

Step 2

Cook cavatappi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Combine all 3 shredded cheeses in a bowl and divide half into another bowl. Set aside

Step 4

Combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Divide in half and set aside.

Step 5

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add half of the season mixture and flour. Stir until the mixture becomes paste-like, about 3-5 minutes. Add evaporated milk and whisk until thick. Add heavy cream and the rest of the seasoning mixture and mix until combined. Whisk in Dijon mustard until thick.

Step 6

Slowly add in half the cheese to the skillet, allowing it to melt before adding more.

Step 7

Stir in cavatappi until coated with cheese sauce.

Step 8

Add a layer of cavatappi and then a layer of shredded cheese to prepared baking dish. Repeat layers

Step 9

Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 25-30 min.

Step 10

Finish by broiling until top is golden brown, about 2 min.

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