Comfort. Spice. Mmm. Masala Mac ‘n Cheese

December 17, 2020

Comfort. Spice. Mmm. Masala Mac ‘n Cheese What’s more comforting? The warmth of spices? Or the textures of cooked cheese and carbs? How about a combination of both?! I know... I see your eyes light up 🙂🙂. So this one’s going to hit the right spot! This recipe is all about feeling it. The cheese blends, the proportions... play with them. Do what appeals to you. There are no rules. Make this your comfort zone. One where you go mmmmmmmmm. Cook the macaroni as per packet instructions. Drain and set aside. For the sauce - sauté sliced onions in butter, pour in a jar of @traderjoes masala simmer sauce. You could go with other masala/tandoori sauces, dry blends, but if you want the best results... TJ’s sauce works best. Trust me on it. Mix sauce well and then go for the cheeses. Mix them up. Cheddar, Gouda, Gruyere... these make a great blend. But you can switch them around as per your liking. Mix it all up, add milk to get the consistency of your preference, adjust salt as per taste and sauce is ready. Toss in the pasta, mix, transfer to a cast iron skillet, top with breadcrumbs and bake in a preheated oven at 350F until cheese bubbles. Broil to crisp up the top and done! Set the skillet on a trivet and let the family dig in. The golden hues and the fusioned flavors will absolutely tantalize your taste buds! This plated expression has been the center of conversations at many of our Holiday dinners and brunches! Always a hit. Make it. Share it. Tag it #platedexpressions . . . #macncheese #masalamacncheese #fusionfood #yummy #foodartblog #foodphoto #foodphotography #onourcreativetable #raw_featuremyfood #raw_foodie #buzzfeast #traderjoes #traderjoesrecipes #traderjoesfinds #foodstagram #foodblogger #damnthatsdelish #easyrecipes #holidayseason #holidayrecipes #holidaydinner #holidaybrunch #recipeideas #foodwithatwist #cuisine_captures #cuisine_creations #triedandtested #tasty