Million Dollar Bolognese Mac and Cheese

Zubereitung

1. 01
   Schritt 1Cook the pasta

   Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

   Makkaroni
2. 02
   Schritt 2Heat the oil

   Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

   Olivenöl
3. 03
   Schritt 3Cook the onion

   Cook onion until softened, then add garlic and tomato paste.

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4. 04
   Schritt 4Brown the beef

   Add ground beef and cook until browned.

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5. 05
   Schritt 5Simmer the bolognese12m 30s

   Stir in marinara sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Simmer 10–15 minutes until rich and thickened.

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6. 06
   Schritt 6Melt the butter

   Melt butter in a pan and whisk in flour until smooth.

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7. 07
   Schritt 7Whisk in cream and milk

   Slowly whisk in heavy cream + milk.

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8. 08
   Schritt 8Season the cheese sauce

   Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

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9. 09
   Schritt 9Stir in the cheeses

   Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan until creamy and smooth.

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10. 10
    Schritt 10Mix pasta with sauce

    Mix pasta with cheese sauce.

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11. 11
    Schritt 11Layer into the dish

    Layer into a baking dish: mac & cheese, bolognese, more cheese, repeat layers.

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12. 12
    Schritt 12Top with cheese

    Top with extra mozzarella + parmesan.

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13. 13
    Schritt 13Bake until bubbly17m 30s

    Bake at 375°F for about 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.

14. 14
    Schritt 14Broil until golden1m 30s

    Broil 1–2 minutes for extra cheesy golden spots.