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Gordon Ramsay Mac and Cheese Recipe

Gordon Ramsay Mac and Cheese Recipe

Gordon Ramsay’s Mac and Cheese is a rich, comforting baked pasta dish made with a creamy roux-based cheese sauce, a blend of sharp British cheeses, and tender cauliflower for balance. Finished with herbed breadcrumbs, it’s indulgent yet thoughtfully layered in flavor.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: British
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Calories: 520kcal
Author: James Taylor
Servings: 6 people

Equipment

  • Large pot (for pasta)
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Spoon
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 1 lb elbow macaroni
  • 1 medium cauliflower cut into florets
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp English mustard powder
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup sharp Cheddar cheese grated
  • 1 cup Lancashire cheese grated
  • 1 cup Cheshire cheese grated
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
  • Cook macaroni in salted water until just al dente
  • Blanch cauliflower florets until tender; drain
  • Melt butter in a saucepan
  • Whisk in flour and cook briefly
  • Add mustard powder
  • Slowly whisk in milk to form a smooth sauce
  • Stir in cheeses until melted
  • Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne
  • Combine pasta, cauliflower, and sauce
  • Transfer to baking dish
  • Mix breadcrumbs with thyme
  • Sprinkle over mac and cheese
  • Bake until golden and bubbling

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 29g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g
Keyword Mac and Cheese Recipe