Cooper® Extra‑Creamy Cavatappi Mac
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Category
Macaroni & Cheese
Servings
6
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Twists, turns, and ultra‑creamy comfort in every bite. This Extra-Creamy Cavatappi Mac and Cheese features a rich, velvety sauce made with smooth‑melting Cooper® Cheese, perfectly coating every corkscrew noodle. Classic, comforting, and undeniably indulgent, it’s mac and cheese at its most satisfying.
Michelle Spoerl
Ingredients
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16 oz cavatappi pasta
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4 tbsp butter
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¼ cup all‑purpose flour
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3 cups whole milk, warmed
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2½ cups shredded or hand-torn Cooper® Sharp White Cheese
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp paprika (optional)
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley
Directions
Cook cavatappi according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in warm milk until smooth. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens.
Reduce heat to low and stir in Cooper® Sharp White Cheese until fully melted and creamy.
Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Add cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir until evenly coated.
Serve warm for a rich, creamy finish.
Recipe Note
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
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