Ep. 43 | AI Generates Michelin Star Worthy Mac & Cheese Recipe Pt. 2

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Ep. 43 | AI Generates Michelin Star Worthy Mac & Cheese Recipe Pt. 2

Ingredients:

Mac and Cheese

  • Pasta: 450g (1 lb) elbow macaroni or medium shells
  • Butter: 85g (6 tablespoons), unsalted
  • Flour: 45g (3 tablespoons), all-purpose
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • 2% Milk: 720ml (3 cups), room temperature
  • Heavy Cream: 240ml (1 cup), room temperature
  • Smoked Gouda: 100g, shredded (approx. 1 cup)
  • Mozzarella: 280g, shredded (2 ¼ cups, divided)
  • Mild Cheddar: 112g, shredded (1 cup)
  • Gruyere: 56g, shredded (½ cup)
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon, finely ground sea salt
  • Black Pepper: 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked Paprika: 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
  • Ground Yellow Mustard: ¼ teaspoon (or 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard)
  • Nutmeg: ⅛ teaspoon, freshly grated
  • Fresh Thyme: 1 teaspoon, finely chopped

Breadcrumb Topping

  • Breadcrumbs: 240ml (2 cups), homemade or store-bought
  • Butter: 56g (4 tablespoons), melted
  • Dried Parsley: 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic Powder: ½ teaspoon
  • Smoked Paprika: ¼ teaspoon
  • Fresh Thyme: 1 teaspoon, finely chopped

Instructions:

  1. Preparation:

      • Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
      • Grease a 23x33 cm (9x13 inch) baking dish with butter.
  2. Cook Pasta:

    • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous amount of salt.
    • Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.

  3. Make Cheese Sauce:

      • In a large Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and bubbling.
      • Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
      • Gradually whisk in the 2% milk and heavy cream. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
      • Reduce the heat to low and add the smoked gouda, 2 cups of mozzarella, mild cheddar, and Gruyere. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth, about 4-5 minutes.
      • Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, nutmeg, and Dijon mustard (or ground yellow mustard). Add the fresh thyme.
  4. Combine Pasta and Sauce:

      • Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
  5. Prepare Breadcrumb Topping:

      • In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, breadcrumbs, dried parsley, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and fresh thyme. Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
  6. Assemble and Bake:

      • Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish.
      • Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of shredded mozzarella on top.
      • Evenly spread the breadcrumb mixture over the top.
      • Sprinkle paprika over the top.
      • Bake on the center rack for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the sides are bubbling.
  7. Serve:

    • Let the mac and cheese cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow the cheese sauce to set
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