Blue Macaroni and Cheese
Take your comfort food game to the next level with this flavorful and visually striking Blue Macaroni and Cheese! This creamy twist on the classic dish combines sharp cheddar, tangy crumbled blue cheese, and luscious cream cheese to create a rich, decadent sauce that clings to every bite of tender elbow macaroni. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper and optionally enhanced with a fun, electric-blue hue using food coloring, this recipe can double as a playful party dish or a gourmet treat. Top it off with golden-baked breadcrumbs for added crunch, or serve it straight from the stovetop for a simple, satisfying meal. With a cook time of just 25 minutes, this unique mac and cheese is as easy as it is unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Blue cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 4 drops Blue food coloring (optional)
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook it according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the flour, whisking constantly, to form a roux. Cook the roux for about 2 minutes, until it is lightly golden.
Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook the mixture for 3-4 minutes, or until it begins to thicken.
Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in the cheddar cheese, blue cheese, and cream cheese, mixing until completely melted and smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with salt and black pepper. If you are using blue food coloring, add a few drops now and stir until the sauce is evenly tinted.
Add the cooked macaroni to the saucepan and fold it into the cheese sauce until every noodle is evenly coated.
If desired, transfer the macaroni and cheese to a baking dish and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Blue Macaroni and Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 259.5 g | 333% | |
| Saturated Fat | 155.6 g | 778% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 776 mg | 259% | |
| Sodium | 6382 mg | 277% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 259.6 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 139.6 g | 279% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.4 mcg | 37% | |
| Calcium | 2930 mg | 225% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 1464 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
