Description
Creamy Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese delivers bold Italian blue cheese flavor in a comforting classic American dish. Melted cheese, crispy breadcrumbs, and rich pasta promise a delectable journey through indulgent culinary bliss you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese:
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) gorgonzola cheese
Pasta and Dairy:
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) uncooked macaroni pasta
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
Seasonings:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by setting the temperature to 350°F (175°C), creating an ideal baking atmosphere for the creamy pasta dish.
- Select a round baking vessel approximately 6×2 inches, lightly coating the interior with a protective layer of grease to prevent sticking.
- Create a flavorful cheese base by combining mozzarella and gorgonzola, then enhance the mixture with a delicate balance of salt and black pepper for depth of flavor.
- Introduce uncooked macaroni into the cheese mixture, carefully distributing the pasta to ensure even coating and consistent texture.
- Gently pour heavy cream and milk over the pasta, using a utensil to submerge the ingredients and create a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Transfer the prepared dish to the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 30 minutes until the initial cooking phase is complete.
- Carefully remove the mac and cheese, then increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C), and gently fold the partially cooked dish to redistribute the ingredients.
- Return the mac and cheese to the oven for an additional 15 minutes, allowing the top to develop a golden, slightly crispy exterior.
- Once removed from the oven, let the dish rest for a minimum of 10 minutes, enabling the flavors to meld and the texture to settle before serving.
Notes
- Enhance cheese flavor by using room temperature cheeses, allowing them to blend more smoothly and develop richer taste profiles.
- Customize texture by adjusting dairy ratios; more cream creates creamier consistency, while less produces a firmer mac and cheese.
- Prevent dryness by covering the dish with aluminum foil during initial baking, which helps retain moisture and ensures even cooking.
- Accommodate gluten-sensitive diets by substituting regular ma
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg