_Adjusts apron with a knowing smile_
Oh honey, let me tell you about this mouthwatering Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Mac & Cheese that’ll have your family fighting over the last spoonful! This isn’t your basic boxed mac – this is the real deal that’ll make you the star of any family gathering.
Listen, as a mom who’s always trying to balance that perfect mix of fancy and functional, I stumbled upon this recipe during one of those “what do I make for Sunday dinner?” moments. Now it’s become my secret weapon for turning an ordinary afternoon into something special.
Here’s what you’ll need (trust me on these ingredients):
– 1 lb elbow macaroni
– 3 large onions, thinly sliced
– 4 tablespoons butter (don’t you dare skimp!)
– 3 cups gruyere cheese, grated
– 1 cup sharp cheddar
– 4 cups whole milk
– 1/4 cup flour
– A pinch of nutmeg (my little secret!)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh thyme (because we’re fancy like that)
Now, let’s get cooking, girlfriends!
First things first, caramelize those onions. This takes about 30-40 minutes, and yes, you need to be patient! Low and slow is the way to go – just like finding the perfect husband, am I right? 😉
While those onions are doing their thing, cook your pasta until it’s al dente. Pro tip: save a cup of that starchy pasta water – you might need it later to adjust the sauce consistency.
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Now for the sauce – this is where the magic happens! Make a roux with butter and flour, slowly whisk in the milk, and let it thicken. Add your cheeses gradually, stirring until everything’s melted and smooth. The nutmeg goes in here – trust me on this one!
Fold in those gorgeous caramelized onions, add the pasta, and give everything a good mix. If it needs loosening up, that’s what that pasta water is for!
Pour it all into a baking dish, top with extra cheese (because who’s counting calories?), and pop it under the broiler until it’s golden and bubbly.
Y’all, when this comes out of the oven, the smell alone will have everyone running to the kitchen! The sweet onions paired with that nutty gruyere is absolutely divine, and that crispy top layer? _chef’s kiss_
I love serving this with a simple green salad on the side – you know, to make us feel a little better about all that cheese! 😂
Don’t forget to let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving – I know it’s hard to wait, but those cheese pulls will be worth it!
If you’ve made it this far, you’re definitely going to want more of my recipes! Follow me on Newsbreak for daily doses of deliciousness, and pretty please drop a comment below telling me how this turned out for you! Did your family lick their plates clean like mine did? Any creative twists you added? I absolutely love hearing from you all!
Until next time, keep cooking with love (and lots of cheese)! 💕
