Panera Mac and Cheese (Restaurant Copycat)

⏱️ 40 minutes👥 6 servings❤️ Taste: /10
Panera Mac and Cheese (Restaurant Copycat)

Nutrition Facts

Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag

Health Benefits

Ingredients

  • •- 16 oz cavatappi pasta
  • •- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • •- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • •- 3 cups whole milk
  • •- 2 cups sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • •- 1/2 cup gruyère cheese, freshly grated
  • •- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • •- 1 tsp kosher salt
  • •- 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • •- 1/4 tsp ground mustard powder

Instructions

  1. 11. Boil pasta in heavily salted water until al dente, about 8-9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. 22. Melt butter in large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat until foamy, about 2 minutes.
  3. 33. Whisk flour into melted butter, creating a smooth roux. Cook 2-3 minutes until golden and nutty-smelling.
  4. 44. Gradually pour milk into roux, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Simmer until mixture thickens, about 5-6 minutes.
  5. 55. Remove from heat. Add all cheeses, stirring until completely melted and sauce is silky smooth.
  6. 66. Fold cooked pasta into cheese sauce, ensuring every noodle is generously coated.
  7. 77. Season with salt, white pepper, and mustard powder. Stir thoroughly.