New York Deli Style Mac Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with a sophisticated twist—New York Deli Style Mac & Cheese. This creamy, decadent recipe takes classic macaroni and cheese to the next level by blending sharp white cheddar, nutty Gruyère, and velvety cream cheese into a rich, flavorful sauce. A nod to New York's iconic delis, it incorporates tender bites of smoky pastrami for a savory surprise and finishes with a golden, crispy rye bread crumb topping for irresistible crunch. Perfect for a hearty family dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish at your next gathering, this mac and cheese is easy to prepare and ready in under an hour. Customize it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 340 g Elbow macaroni
- 6 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 4 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 480 ml Whole milk
- 240 ml Heavy cream
- 225 g Sharp white cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 150 g Gruyère cheese (shredded)
- 60 g Cream cheese
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp Freshly cracked black pepper
- 150 g Pastrami (thinly sliced, chopped)
- 2 slices Rye bread (crumbled or processed into crumbs)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil or melted butter
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, optional garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, making sure no lumps form. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar, gruyère, and cream cheese. Mix until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Stir in Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and gently fold to coat. Stir in the chopped pastrami for a New York deli twist.
Pour the mac & cheese mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a small bowl, toss the rye bread crumbs with olive oil or melted butter. Spread the crumbs evenly over the mac & cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 354.7 g | 455% | |
| Saturated Fat | 194.7 g | 974% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1044 mg | 348% | |
| Sodium | 5784 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 349.1 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.2 g | ||
| Protein | 211.6 g | 423% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.9 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 3872 mg | 298% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1703 mg | 36% | |
*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.
