Yard House Mac And Cheese Recipe
Yard House Mac And Cheese Recipe is creamy and tasty. It combines pasta with a variety of cheeses for a rich flavor.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Strainer
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Cheese grater
- Oven
Ingredients
- 12 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley optional
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water. Drain and set aside.
- Heat butter in a saucepan on medium until melted.
- Add flour and whisk for one minute until smooth.
- Slowly pour in milk and heavy cream. Stir well.
- Let the sauce cook for around three minutes until thick.
- Add cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheese.
- Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Add cooked pasta and mix well.
- Pour into a greased baking dish.
- Mix panko, olive oil, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Sprinkle mixture over mac and cheese.
- Add crumbled bacon on top.
- Cook in the oven at 375°F for 15 minutes until crispy.
- Garnish with parsley before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for a smooth sauce.
- Cook pasta al dente so it does not get mushy.
- For extra spice, add cayenne pepper.
- Broil for two minutes for a crispy top.