Mascarpone Mac ‘n Cheese

Folding in unsweetened whipped cream makes this mac ‘n cheese casserole light and airy.

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 pound cooked macaroni pasta
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to soft peaks
Mascarpone Mac ‘n Cheese

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Procedure

  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook until light blond color is achieved.
  2. Add remaining ingredients except for macaroni and whipped cream. Bring to a boil until reduced by half. Remove from heat and gently fold in cream.
  3. Place macaroni in the bottom of a 9×13-inch square baking pan. Pour cheese mixture over and bake in a 350°F oven for 25 minutes, or until bubbly on top and puffed up. Remove and serve.