Chick Fil A Mac and Cheese
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4.9
Chick Fil A Mac and Cheese
Description
The recipe begins with boiling elbow macaroni to al dente, preserving a slight firmness that stands up to baking. The cheese sauce combines heavy cream and evaporated milk gently simmered to warm before adding sliced American cheese plus freshly grated Parmesan and Romano cheeses, which melt together into a smooth, creamy sauce.
Once the pasta is cooked and drained, it is combined with the cheese sauce in a baking dish. Shredded Colby Jack cheese is sprinkled over the top, providing a mild, creamy flavor and additional melting qualities. The dish is then briefly placed under a preheated broiler just long enough to brown the cheese topping, creating a subtle contrast between the creamy interior and the golden crust.
The resulting mac and cheese is rich and smooth with a balanced blend of cheeses that produce both depth of flavor and a pleasantly creamy texture. This preparation is suitable as a hearty side dish or comfort food.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 16 ounces elbow macaroni pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 1/4 pounds American cheese sliced
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon Romano cheese grated
- 4 ounces Colby jack cheese shredded
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the macaroni noodles. Cook according to package al dente directions.
- Preheat the oven to its broil setting.
- In a medium saucepan, add the heavy cream and evaporated milk. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Add the sliced American cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Romano cheese to the saucepan. Whisk until all of the cheese has melted.
- Pour the cooked pasta into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni.
- Sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese on top.
- Place the baking dish under the broiler and cook for just long enough that the cheese begins to brown.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 494 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 494kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 112mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1464mg | 61% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1130IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 607mg | 61% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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