Mac N Cheese Pie
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with this golden, bubbling Mac N Cheese Pie! This show-stopping recipe marries the creamy decadence of classic mac and cheese with the buttery crispness of a flaky pie crust, creating a dish that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Featuring a velvety cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar, nutty Gruyère, and salty Parmesan, this dish gets a boost of flavor from hints of ground mustard and a crunchy breadcrumb topping drizzled with olive oil. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or as a unique twist on a holiday side dish, this cheesy creation is both a crowd-pleaser and an Instagram-worthy centerpiece. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe combines heirloom comfort with modern flair, delivering a slice of cheesy heaven with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked 9-inch shell Pie crust
- 8 ounces Elbow macaroni
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 2 large Eggs, beaten
- 0.5 cup Bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Gently press the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Use a fork to prick the bottom of the crust several times, then blind bake it for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste, whisking constantly.
Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheeses. Continue stirring until melted and smooth. Add the salt, black pepper, and mustard to the sauce and mix well.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly whisk in the beaten eggs. Make sure to whisk constantly to avoid cooking the eggs.
Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese mixture until the pasta is evenly coated.
Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into the pre-baked pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the pie for a crispy topping.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbling.
Allow the pie to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Mac N Cheese Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.6 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.4 g | 147% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 195 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 1057 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.1 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 637 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 253 mg | 5% | |
*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.
