Caramelized Onion and White Cheddar Mac Recipe

Caramelized Onion and White Cheddar Mac

Indulge in this irresistible easy-level comfort food that serves 6. Ready in 1 hour total (30 minutes active). Per serving: Calories 1127, Total Fat 58g, Saturated Fat 30g, Carbohydrates 110g, Dietary Fiber 5g, Sugars 13g, Protein 42g, Cholesterol 144mg, Sodium 1077mg.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds macaroni
• 8 slices bacon
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons salted butter, plus 2 tablespoons melted
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded white Cheddar
• 4 ounces white processed cheese (such as Velveeta), cubed
• 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
• 1 cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400F and get ready to create kitchen magic.
2. Cook macaroni in boiling water to al dente per package directions. Drain and set asidethis is your creamy canvas.
3. In a dry skillet over medium heat, crisp up the bacon, turning often, for about 10 minutes. Reserve 2 tablespoons bacon fat, discard the rest, and set bacon aside.
4. Back in the skillet, saut garlic, onions, and thyme with salt and pepper over medium-low heat until gloriously golden and caramelized, 12-15 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, craft the velvety cheese sauce: Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat. Whisk in flour for 1 minute.
6. Gradually whisk in milk and cream. Simmer, stirring, until thick and bubbly, 8-10 minutes.
7. Melt in shredded Cheddar and processed cheese cubes. Season to tastepure cheesy bliss awaits.
8. Toss cooked macaroni into the sauce until fully coated.
9. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half the caramelized onions, then half the mac. Repeat, and scatter goat cheese on top.
10. Chop bacon and mix with panko, oregano, rosemary, melted butter, and salt. Sprinkle generously for that irresistible crunch.
11. Bake until bubbly and golden, about 20 minutes. Your new favorite mac is readydig in and savor every decadent bite!