Caramelized Onion Mac and Cheese Recipe | Creamy Baked Mac & Cheese

מצרכים

• 450 grams elbow macaroni
• 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• 300 grams sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 150 grams gruyère cheese, shredded
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.8 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
• STEPS
• Caramelize the onions: Heat 4 tablespoons unsalted butter and 1 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced and cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden brown and jammy, 30–40 minutes. Lower the heat if they begin to burn. Season lightly with a pinch of the salt.
• Boil the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 450 grams elbow macaroni until just al dente, about 1 minute less than the package directions. Drain and set aside.
• Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and butter a large baking dish.
• Make the roux: In a large saucepan, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Whisk in 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1–2 minutes until golden and bubbly.
• Build the cheese sauce: Slowly whisk in 3 cups whole milk, a little at a time, until smooth. Add 2 garlic cloves, minced. Cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5–7 minute