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Grown up Mac and Cheese
 
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 55 Minutes
Ready In: 85 Minutes
Servings: 8
This is a very rich and unique macaroni and cheese dish. The recipe is so easy to make, and the outcome so delicious you may never eat Kraft Mac and Cheese again! This recipe was inspired by one I saw in Pillsbury's Pasta, Beans, and Rice cookbook. I have altered their original recipe slightly.
Ingredients:
16 ounces uncooked penne pasta
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 1/2 cups swiss cheese
1 cup colby-monterey jack cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Directions:
1. Heat oven to 350°F Spray 9x13 dish with nonstick spray.
2. Cook penne pasta according to box and desired tenderness.
3. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook until bubbly, stirring constantly. Gradually add half and half, stirring constantly. Cook until mixture boils and thickens, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Stir in cheeses, until melted. Cheese will be stringy. Stir in milk.
4. Drain pasta and return to pot. Add to cheese sauce to pasta, stirring gently to coat. Pour into dish. Sprinkle with green onions.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are bubbly and mixture is thoroughly heated.
By RecipeOfHealth.com