Homemade Mac n'Cheese

One night I(E) needed to find a use for some leftover Gorgonzola (that was partially used to create a gnocchi masterpiece). After some googling and searching on Foodgawker, I came across this recipe for homemade Mac n'Cheese.

I have to admit, it turned out pretty amazingly to say the least, and it's quick to prepare.

I didn't really follow the recipe measure for measure, mostly because we don't have measuring spoons or a scale in our apartment, which can be an issue...

Nonetheless, I would definitely suggest trying this recipe. It says serves 4-6 but when you have appetites the likes of B and I, and a recipe as great as this one, there are rarely leftovers!

Side Salad: We added a bit of grated Pecorino as well as Parmesan on top before baking, which only upped the awesome factor!

Macaroni with Gorgonzola and Parmesan Cream (from Bloomacious)

2 cups milk
2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus a little extra for greasing
3 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour
pinch of nutmeg
salt and ground pepper
4 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
1 lb dried macaroni
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup (?) grated Pecorino cheese

Method:
Heat milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat; when warm, turn element off and let stand.

In other saucepan, combine butter and flour over low heat, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon as the butter melts and flour is mixed in. Once the butter is fully melted, cook and stir for 2 minutes longer.

Gradually add warm milk, stirring constantly. Mix fully before adding all milk. Cook, stirring often, until thickened. Continue to cook for about 3 minutes.

Add nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste and stir in well. Remove from heat, but keep warm and covered.

Bring a large pot of water full of salted water to a boil. Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease a 6 x 12 baking dish with butter.

Add the macaroni to the boiling water and cook until about 1/2 way done, about 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to prepared baking dish.

Add the warm sauce and Gorgonzola and stir gently. Sprinkle Parmesan and Pecorino on top.

Bake until the top is golden, about 20 minutes.

Enjoy!!!!