The Recipe with Kenji and Deb
Stovetop Mac and Cheese
Feb 26, 2024
Explore the journey of perfecting stovetop mac and cheese with unique ingredients, techniques, and cheese choices. Discover the childhood nostalgia and culinary experiments in recreating this classic dish as a comforting, creamy meal option.
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- Unique one-pot method for mac and cheese ensures perfect texture without gummy pasta.
- Selecting cheeses based on emulsifying properties creates either gooey or intensely flavored mac and cheese.
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Unique One-Pot Mac and Cheese Cooking Method
The podcast discusses a unique one-pot cooking method for homemade mac and cheese that avoids the traditional approach of cooking pasta directly in milk. By covering dried pasta in water and boiling it, the pasta retains a better texture without getting gummy. The process involves evaporating the water down until concentrated pasta water remains, which forms a roux-like base. This method allows for a thick, creamy, and rich stovetop mac and cheese.
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