Description
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Brie Mac and Cheese, a gourmet twist on classic comfort food. This baked pasta dish combines the rich flavors of brie, sharp white cheddar, and Parmesan for a truly indulgent experience.
Ingredients
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Mac and Cheese:
- 12 ounces elbow macaroni
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 6 ounces brie cheese, rind removed and cut into chunks
- 1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Topping:
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or parsley, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in warm milk and cream until smooth and thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Add brie, cheddar, and Parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat, then transfer to prepared baking dish.
- Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter in a small bowl and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, leave some of the brie rind on for deeper flavor.
- This mac and cheese pairs well with a crisp salad or roasted vegetables.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
