Mac and Two Cheeses with Caramelized Shallots

Mac and Cheese is one of the most popular comfort foods in the United States, with a rich and creamy cheese sauce coating tender macaroni.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Mac and Two Cheeses with Caramelized Shallots

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Gruyere cheese
• 4 unit Shallots
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 2 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
3. In a separate saucepan, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar and gruyere cheeses until melted. Stir in the Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, caramelized shallots, and cheese sauce. Mix well.
6. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese on top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 500kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 20g40%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.