Cracker Barrel Canada

Truffle Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings: 6
NUTRITION INFO

WHAT YOU NEED

  • 2-1/2 cups cavatappi, uncooked
  • 2 Tbsp. plus 1-1/2 tsp. butter or margarine, divided
  • 2 Tbsp. seasoned dry bread crumbs
  • 1 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 pkg. (7 oz.) CRACKER BARREL Artisan Flavors Truffle Cheddar, shredded

LET’S MAKE IT

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, melt 1-1/2 tsp. butter in small skillet on medium heat. Add bread crumbs and Parmesan; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until lightly toasted. Reserve.
  • Melt remaining 2 Tbsp. butter in large deep skillet or dutch oven on low heat. Add garlic; cook 30 sec. Add flour; cook and stir 2 min. or until hot and bubbly. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly; simmer on low heat 3 to 5 min. or until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat. Add cheddar cheese; stir until melted.
  • Drain pasta. Add to cheese sauce; mix well. Sprinkle bread crumbs over cheese.
  • Special Extra: Garnish with chopped fresh thyme.