Description
A cozy twist on classic mac and cheese with caramelized onions and melted Gruyère cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz macaroni pasta
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Breadcrumbs for topping
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside. Slice the onions thinly so they caramelize evenly.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and sweet, about 20 minutes.
- In a saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and garlic powder until smooth and thickened. Gradually add in the Gruyère and cheddar cheeses, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Combine the cooked macaroni, caramelized onions, and cheese sauce in a large bowl and mix well. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs and extra cheese if desired. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve hot straight from the oven for the best texture. For added flavor, consider various toppings or add-ins.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg