Our Penne Mac & Cheese recipe is a tasty twist on your traditional mac & cheese dish. Use any type of pasta base such as, carrot or tomato, combine with your favorite cheeses, and top with breadcrumbs, and bake to perfection! A fan favorite that the whole family can enjoy.
Ingredients
- Fresh Pasta:
- 21 oz (600g) penne
- Cheese sauce:
- 1 oz (30g) (2 tbsp) butter
- 1.5 oz (40g) wheat flour
- 10 fl oz (300ml) milk
- 3.53 oz (100g) Cheddar or Gouda cheese
- 1.76 oz (50g) Parmesan cheese
- Extra 0.75 oz (20g) (1½ tbsp) butter
- Bread crumbs
- Paprika powder
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pan of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta in 10-12 minutes. Drain, cool under cold water, leave to drain.
- 2. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt butter on the lowest heat. Stir in the flour to make a roux and fry for a few minutes. Add milk gradually, stirring constantly with a whisk. Stir in cheeses, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce has thickened.
- 3. Place the pasta in a large casserole dish, and cover with the cheese sauce.
- 4. Prepare the breadcrumb topping. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and brown. Spread over the penne. Sprinkle with a little paprika.
- 5. Bake in a pre-heated oven at 175°C for 30 minutes. Serve.
- Suggestion:
- Add vegetables like bell pepper, blanched broccoli, or green beans to make this dish a more balanced meal.