FRENCH ONION MAC AND CHEESE
Indulge in this gourmet twist on a classic favorite—French Onion Mac and Cheese brings together comforting ingredients with a touch of sophistication for a truly memorable meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces macaroni, cooked and drained
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ¼ cup salted butter, divided
- 1 large sweet onion, cut into quarters and sliced thin
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 7 ounces gruyere cheese, shredded
Instructions
- In a deep skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and minced garlic, cooking and stirring often until deeply caramelized. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, flour, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Gradually add whole milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens.
- Whisk in shredded gruyere cheese until smooth and fully melted, creating a creamy cheese sauce.
- Add the caramelized onions and crumbled bacon to the cheese sauce, stirring well to combine. Mix in the cooked and drained macaroni, stirring for about 2 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.
- Serve the French Onion Mac and Cheese immediately, savoring the decadent flavors and creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 27g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 140mg