Description
Brie Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy pasta with rich, melted Brie for a dish that is both indulgent and satisfying. This recipe is perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings, allowing you to impress friends and family with minimal effort. Elevate your dining experience with this gourmet twist on classic mac and cheese—each bite promises to be a delightful journey of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup Brie cheese, rind removed and cubed
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth.
- Gradually add milk while whisking continuously until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted, then add Brie cubes until fully incorporated.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, seasoning with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- For a crunchy topping, place in a baking dish, sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs, and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg