If you're a fan of Olive Garden's famous mac and cheese, you're in luck! This recipe is quick, easy, and will leave you with a mouth-watering dish that's sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients:
-1 lb. elbow macaroni
-4 tbsp. unsalted butter
-1/4 cup all-purpose flour
-2 cups milk
-1 cup heavy cream
-1/2 tsp. garlic powder
-1/2 tsp. onion powder
-1/2 tsp. dried basil
-1/2 tsp. dried oregano
-1/2 tsp. salt
-1/4 tsp. black pepper
-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
-1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
-1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
-1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
-1 tbsp. olive oil
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375??F.
2. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions and drain.
3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
4. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Gradually whisk in the milk and cream, making sure there are no lumps.
6. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
7. Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens.
8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses until the cheese is melted and smooth.
9. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well combined.
10. Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
11. In a small bowl, mix the panko bread crumbs and olive oil together.
12. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture over the macaroni and cheese.
13. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Conclusion:
There you have it, a delicious and easy recipe for Olive Garden mac and cheese that your family and friends will love! The combination of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses creates a rich and creamy sauce that's hard to resist. Give it a try and let us know what you think!
