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    penne mac and cheese

    Penne Mac & Cheese

    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.
    Perfect Penne Mac & Cheese
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