Description
Tini’s Macaroni and Cheese is a creamy, indulgent dish that has taken the culinary world by storm. With its rich, velvety cheese sauce and gooey layers of melted cheese, this mac and cheese casserole is ideal for family dinners, gatherings, or a cozy night at home. It’s a comforting classic that will impress your guests and keep everyone asking for seconds. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, Tini’s Macaroni and Cheese is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cavatappi pasta
- 16 oz colby jack cheese (shredded)
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Seasonings: smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 casserole dish with butter.
- Cook the cavatappi pasta in boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Stir in half of the seasoning mix.
- Whisk in flour and cook until slightly bubbly. Gradually add evaporated milk and heavy cream while whisking continuously.
- Bring the mixture to a low boil and add remaining seasonings along with dijon mustard.
- Gradually stir in half of the mixed cheeses until fully melted.
- Fold the drained pasta into the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Layer half of the macaroni mixture in the greased casserole dish, top with half of the remaining cheese, then layer again with the rest of the macaroni and final cheese on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes; broil for an additional 3-4 minutes for a bubbly golden finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg