Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Irish Mac & Cheese, a gourmet twist on the classic comfort food. This delightful dish combines rich Irish cheeses and butter, creating a velvety sauce that perfectly coats cavatappi pasta. Ideal for family gatherings, festive occasions like St. Patrick’s Day, or simply to satisfy your cravings, this recipe is both easy to make and impressively delicious. With its unique blend of spices and quality ingredients, you’ll elevate your comfort food experience to a new level.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cavatappi pasta
- 4 tablespoons Irish unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 bay leaf
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 7 oz aged Irish cheddar, grated
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, grated
- 7 oz Dubliner cheese, grated
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Cook cavatappi pasta until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt Irish butter over low heat; whisk in flour for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cream; add bay leaf and ground cloves. Simmer for about 25 minutes.
- Remove bay leaf; whisk in cheeses and seasonings until smooth.
- Combine pasta with cheese sauce in a skillet or casserole dish; top with more Dubliner cheese.
- Bake at 375°F for about 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 95mg