HAT CITY KITCHEN’S MACARONI and CHEESE

MACARONI and CHEESE
UNIVERSAL COMFORT FOOD adapted from HAT CITY KITCHEN

1 pound elbow macaroni (cooked)
1 quart heavy cream
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 pound American cheese (shredded)
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon powdered Parmesan cheese

  • Preheat oven to 350˚.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat cream to a simmer.   
  • Stir in seasonings and American cheese. Stir until well blended and melted.
  • Add macaroni and stir until noodles are well coated with cheese sauce. Divide between 8 ramekins. 
  • Mix Parmesan, powdered Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs in a small bowl. Divide between the ramekins. 
  • Bake until breadcrumbs become golden brown, about 20-30 minutes. 
  • Serve warm.