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RCI-ND.002.0069.001

Mascarpone Mac N' Cheese

Folding in unsweetened whipped cream makes it light and airy.

vegetarian
Prep20 min
Cook12 min
Total32 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

Method

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
10 minutes
2
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely, then whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture turns a light golden color and smells nutty.
3 minutes
3
Gradually pour in the heavy cream and heavy whipping cream while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.
5 minutes
4
Reduce the heat to low and add the mascarpone cheese, stirring gently until it is fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
3 minutes
5
Season the sauce with salt and a pinch of sugar, tasting and adjusting as needed to balance the richness of the cream and cheese.
1 minutes
6
Add the drained macaroni to the sauce and stir gently until every piece of pasta is evenly coated. Allow the mixture to cook together over low heat for 2 minutes so the pasta absorbs some of the sauce.
2 minutes
7
Transfer the mac and cheese to a greased baking dish and bake in a preheated 375°F oven until the top is golden and bubbling.
20 minutes
8
Remove from the oven and allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving to let the sauce set slightly. Serve hot.
5 minutes