How To Make Soufflé Mac ‘n’ Cheese
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 eggs, separated
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 9×9 inch baking dish.
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Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, until lightly golden.
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Gradually whisk in the milk and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and smooth.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
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In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks until thick and pale yellow. Gradually whisk the yolk mixture into the cheese sauce.
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In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the cheese sauce.
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Fold in the cooked macaroni until evenly coated with the cheese mixture.
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Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is puffed and golden brown.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 540kcal
- Total Fat : 24g
- Saturated Fat : 14g
- Cholesterol : 279mg
- Sodium : 727mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 51g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 7g
- Protein : 28g
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