MAC AND CHEESE WITH PENNE RECIPES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Prepare the penne rigate according to the package directions, minus 1 or 2 minutes of cooking time (see Cook's Note). Drain, then pour the pasta into a 9-by-13-inch glass baking pan.
• In a 4-quart saucepan, melt the butter on medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour until it's dissolved. Add the cream to the saucepan. Add the nutmeg, seasoned salt, and black pepper and whisk the mixture until it's warmed through.
• Reduce the heat to low, and add the mozzarella, Cheddar, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Stir until you have a smooth cheese sauce.
• Pour the sauce over the pasta and top with the breadcrumbs.
• Bake for about 40 minutes, until the top turns a golden brown.

Steps:

• 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.