Three Cheese Mac with Cheez-It® Herb Crumb Crust |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
salt |
1 pound penne pasta |
1/2 box cheez-it crackers |
1 bunch fresh chives, chopped |
1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped |
2 tablespoons butter |
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
2 cups milk |
2 tablespoons grated aged monterey jack cheese |
1/4 cup grated fontina cheese |
2 tablespoons crumbled soft goat cheese |
2 cups heavy cream |
freshly ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Set the oven to broil. Add the pasta to a pot of boiling salted water and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.
2. Pulse the crackers in a food processor to a coarse consistency. Mix with the chives and parsley.
3. Whisk the butter and flour in a medium saucepot over medium-high heat until fully incorporated and bubbly. Add the milk and bring to a simmer, whisking the entire time. Whisk in the cheeses, a little at a time, until thoroughly combined. Add the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
4. Strain the pasta and mix with the cheesy sauce. Spoon into oven-safe baking vessels and top with the crumb crust. Place under the broiler until lightly toasted and bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes. Watch carefully so the mac doesn't burn.
5. This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use, therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
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