Description
- Feeds about 5 people
- 16 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Optional: cooked bacon, truffle oil, jalapeños for extra flair
- 9″ Square Disposable Cake Pan
- Place the pan in the oven at 350°F and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Instructions:
- Boil the Macaroni:
- Start by boiling your elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- Pro tip: Use this downtime to grate your cheese. Or, if you’re feeling lazy, grab the pre-shredded stuff. We won’t judge!
- Make the Cheese Sauce:
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes, until you’ve got a smooth roux.
- Slowly pour in the milk and cream, continuing to whisk until the sauce thickens. Now’s the fun part—add in your cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, stirring until everything is gloriously melty. Season with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of smoked paprika for that extra flavor kick.
- Optional: Take a cheese taste-test break. This is a crucial step in quality control, obviously.
- Combine and Bake:
- Pour your cooked macaroni into the sauce and stir until every noodle is coated in cheesy goodness.
- Transfer the mixture into your disposable aluminum foil pan. This is where the magic happens—top with panko breadcrumbs for that delightful crunch and, if you’re feeling fancy, throw on some crispy bacon or a drizzle of truffle oil.
- Bake to Perfection:
- Place the pan in the oven at 350°F and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Need to save it for later? No problem! Our disposable foil pans are freezer-friendly, so you can bake one now and freeze one for a rainy day. Just cover tightly with foil and freeze.
- Dig In:
- Once it’s out of the oven, let it cool slightly before serving (if you can wait that long). Then, grab a spoon, fork, or whatever utensil makes you happiest, and dive into cheesy bliss.
