Creamy Baked Four Cheese (Printable Version)
Baked creamy four cheese mac featuring cavatappi, rich cheeses, and a golden bubbly crust.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Pasta
01 -
250 g cavatappi pasta
→ Cheeses
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100 g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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100 g Gruyère cheese, shredded
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100 g mozzarella cheese, shredded
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50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
→ Sauce
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50 g unsalted butter
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40 g all-purpose flour
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400 ml whole milk
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100 ml heavy cream
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
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¼ tsp ground nutmeg
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook cavatappi pasta until slightly under al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
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In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is lightly golden and forms a smooth paste.
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Gradually whisk in whole milk and heavy cream, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens and is smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
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Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar, Gruyère, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
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Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
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Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, top with additional shredded cheese, and bake in a preheated oven at 190°C for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For best texture, slightly undercook the pasta as it will continue to cook during baking.