Description
Brie Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy Brie and sharp cheddar for a decadent twist on classic mac and cheese. This dish features perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety cheese sauce, topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs for added texture. Whether enjoyed on a cozy night in or served at a dinner party, this indulgent recipe promises to delight your taste buds and warm your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 8 oz Brie cheese, chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking until golden brown (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually whisk in the milk until thickened and bubbly (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Stir in the chopped Brie and shredded cheddar until smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce in a large bowl, mixing well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and bake at 350°F for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 502
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 64mg