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Laura's Crumb-Topped Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Laura's Crumb-Topped Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 lb cavatappi pasta
4 slices day old oat bread or 4 slices whole wheat bread
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 lb pancetta, cut into 1/2 inch dice
10 tbsp unsalted butter
3 1/2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup flour , plus
2 tbsp flour
2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
3 cups white cheddar cheese, grated
3 cups gruyere cheese, grated
2 cups fontina cheese, grated
3/4 tsp grated nutmeg (don'tsp use preground)
fresh ground pepper

Directions:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 minutes; pasta will be slightly undercooked. Drain, rinsed with cold water, and drain again.
Pulse bread in food processr until coarse crumbs form (about 2 3/4 cups).
Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add pancetta, and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and crisp, 9-10 minutes. Remove pancetta with a slotted spoon, and drain on paper towels.
Reserve 1 1/2 tablespoons pancetta drippings in pan. Melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat with drippings. Add breadcrumbs, and cook, stirring to coat, until they are light gold and beginning to crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming (Do not let milk come to a boil) Melt remaining 6 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour to butter, whisking until smooth. Add milk slowly, whisking constantly until combined. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon until thickened, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Add cheeses, and stir until melted. Stir in reserved pancetta, nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoons salt. Season with pepper.
Preheat oven to 350°F Place pasta in a 9-inch round baking dish that's 3-inches deep. Stir in cheese sauce, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Spread bread crumbs on top. Pace dish on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake until crumbs are deep golden brown and sauce is bubbling, about 20 minutes. Serve hot.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	764.83 Kcal (3202 kJ)
Calories from fat	491.8 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	54.64g	84%
Cholesterol	170.22mg	57%
Sodium	1306.32mg	54%
Potassium	328.53mg	7%
Total Carbs	22.52g	8%
Sugars	6g	24%
Dietary Fiber	1.62g	6%
Protein	44.93g	90%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	5%
Iron	1.3mg	7%
Calcium	1195.9mg	120%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	250.18 Kcal (1047 kJ)
Calories from fat	160.87 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	17.87g	84%
Cholesterol	55.68mg	57%
Sodium	427.31mg	54%
Potassium	107.46mg	7%
Total Carbs	7.37g	8%
Sugars	1.96g	24%
Dietary Fiber	0.53g	6%
Protein	14.7g	90%
Iron	0.4mg	7%
Calcium	391.2mg	120%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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