4 Cheese Baked Macaroni

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I was looking for another type of macaroni and cheese dish and came across this one from emeril lagasse. I haven't made it yet but plan on trying it out on my crew at thanksgiving. What's not to like about cream and cheese - the epitome of comfort food.

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Steps

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In a heavy medium saucepan melt 4 tablespoons butter over low heat.

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Add the flour and stir to combine.

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Cook , stirring constantly for 3 minutes.

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Increase the heat to medium and whisk in the half& half a little at a time.

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Cook until thickened , about 4 or 5 minutes , stirring often.

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Remove from heat , season with salt , pepper , hot sauce and 4 ounces of the grated parmesean cheese.

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Stir until the cheese melts and is smooth.

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Cover and set aside.

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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

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Fill a large pot with water , cover and bring to a boil over high heat.

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Add salt to taste and add the macaroni , stirring.

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Return to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes or until very al dente.

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Drain in a colander and return the macaroni to the pot.

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Add 2 tablespoons butter and the garlic and stir to combine.

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Add the white sauce and stir until well mixed then set aside.

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Using the remaining tablespoon of butter , grease a 3 quart casserole or baking dish and set aside.

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In a large bowl combine 4 ou.

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Ingredients

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butter, flour, half-and-half, salt, white pepper, hot sauce, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, elbow macaroni, garlic, cheddar cheese, fontina cheese, gruyere cheese, fresh breadcrumb, spice essence