In a recent episode of Beat Bobby Flay on Food Network, chefs Kimberly Van Kline and Christopher Lee faced off in a culinary showdown that had viewers on the edge of their seats. The challenge began with the chefs creating the perfect Brussels sprouts dish, but the real test came when the winner had to challenge Bobby Flay with a mac and cheese dish.
The competition was fierce as both chefs put their skills to the test in Bobby’s kitchen. The judges were impressed by the creativity and flavors in both dishes, but ultimately Kimberly Van Kline emerged victorious and earned the opportunity to challenge Bobby with her ultimate mac and cheese creation.
If you’re looking to recreate this mouthwatering mac and cheese dish at home, here’s a rundown of the ingredients and instructions you’ll need to follow:
Ingredients:
– 1 pound elbow macaroni
– 1/2 cup butter
– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
– 4 cups milk
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
– 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
4. Slowly whisk in the milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, Gruyere, and Parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth.
6. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
7. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with a bit of melted butter and sprinkle over the mac and cheese.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.
This mac and cheese recipe is sure to impress your family and friends, just like Kimberly did on Beat Bobby Flay. Give it a try and see if you can conquer the challenge in your own kitchen!
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