Description
Indulge in the creamy luxury of Brie Mac and Cheese, a gourmet twist on the classic comfort food favorite. This velvety dish combines the richness of Brie cheese with the sharpness of white cheddar, creating a decadent sauce that coats every bite of perfectly cooked pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 8 oz elbow macaroni or shell pasta
Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz Brie cheese (rind removed and cut into chunks)
- 1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk and cream. Stir in Brie, cheddar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta to the cheese sauce, stirring to coat evenly. Optionally, top with Parmesan and garnish with chives or parsley.
Notes
- For a baked version, transfer the dish to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs and Parmesan, then bake at 375°F for 15–20 minutes.
- Enhance with crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, or spinach for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
