Macaroni With Asiago Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this delectable Macaroni With Asiago recipe. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a comforting meal straight from the oven, this dish is sure to delight your taste buds with its rich flavors and satisfying textures.
Recipe Information:
- Category: Cheese
- Keywords: Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
- Servings: 8
- Calories per Serving: 553.5
- Total Fat: 24.4g
- Saturated Fat: 14.4g
- Cholesterol: 66.7mg
- Sodium: 634.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 59.5g
- Fiber: 2.8g
- Sugar: 2.5g
- Protein: 23.3g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rotini pasta |
| 7 tbsp | Unsalted butter |
| 1/4 cup | Flour |
| 1 1/2 cup | Milk |
| 1 tbsp | Worcestershire sauce |
| 2 tsp | Dry mustard |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/8 tsp | Red pepper |
| 1/8 tsp | Hot pepper sauce |
| 1/2 cup | Asiago cheese |
| 6 oz | Parmesan cheese |
| 4 oz | Sharp white cheddar cheese |
| 1/2 cup | Fresh parsley, chopped |
| 1/3 cup | Fresh chives, chopped |
| 1 cup | Panko breadcrumbs |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
- Heat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Boil Water:
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.
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Cook Pasta:
- Cook the rotini pasta in the boiling water until it reaches al dente consistency, usually about 10-12 minutes.
- Once cooked, drain the pasta and allow it to cool. Then, transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
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Prepare Cheese Sauce:
- Melt 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add the flour to the melted butter and cook, stirring constantly, for about 3 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and increase the heat to high.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened, which usually takes about 6 minutes.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, salt, red pepper, and hot pepper sauce.
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Combine Pasta and Sauce:
- Pour the prepared cheese sauce over the cooked pasta in the mixing bowl and gently toss to combine, ensuring that the pasta is evenly coated.
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Add Cheeses and Herbs:
- Mix in the Asiago cheese, 4 ounces of Parmesan cheese, sharp white cheddar cheese, chopped parsley, and chopped chives, ensuring that they are distributed evenly throughout the pasta.
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Prepare Baking Dish:
- Butter a 2 1/2 quart baking dish to prevent sticking.
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Prepare Breadcrumb Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan, then pour it over the breadcrumb mixture and toss to combine.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Transfer the pasta mixture to the buttered baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the pasta.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake until the breadcrumbs are lightly browned and the sauce is bubbling, usually for about 40-50 minutes.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked to perfection, remove the Macaroni With Asiago from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
- Dish it out into individual portions and savor the creamy, cheesy goodness with each forkful. Enjoy!
This Macaroni With Asiago recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, combining the comforting flavors of cheese and pasta with a crispy breadcrumb topping for an irresistible dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it up for a family dinner or impressing guests at a gathering, this recipe is sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to delight your taste buds with this deliciously cheesy macaroni masterpiece!
