Glam Mac and Cheese

A sophisticated macaroni cheese featuring pancetta, dolcelatte, and cream, baked with breadcrumbs until golden and bubbling for dinner guests.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1203.1 kcals 4812.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 78.1 grams 312.2 grams
Fat 82.2 grams 328.6 grams
Protein 45.6 grams 182.5 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
40
g
200
ml
285
ml
200
g
Dolcelatte
or gorgonzola
115
g
Parmesan
grated
GrainsCereals
340
g
Meat
80
g
Pancetta
diced
NutsSeeds
1
handful
Thyme
fresh leaves
1
handful
Parsley
chopped fresh
1
pinch
Nutmeg
ground
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
Vegetables
3
piece
Spring Onions
trimmed and finely sliced

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Cook macaroni in boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes until just undercooked, then drain and set aside.
  • Fry pancetta until crisp, add thyme and spring onions, cook for 4 minutes, and combine with the pasta.
  • Melt butter with flour, nutmeg, and mustard in a pan over medium heat.
  • Gradually whisk in the combined milk and cream to create a smooth sauce.
  • Boil the sauce for two minutes to thicken, then stir in most of the dolcelatte and parmesan.
  • Mix the cheese sauce into the pasta and transfer to a casserole dish or individual ramekins.
  • Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs, then bake for 20-30 minutes until golden.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.