Grown-Up Mac and Cheese

Photo: Down to Earth Recipes
Three different cheeses and smoky flavors round out this classic dish that appeals to the kid inside as well as to your adult taste buds!
Entrees
Ingredients
  • 12-ounces pasta of choice
  • 2 Tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk, divided
  • ½ teaspoon each: smoked salt, dried basil and black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon each: nutmeg, cayenne pepper and ground sage
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to directions. Drain, rinse and set aside.
  2. Heat butter or oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. Lower heat and add 1¾ cups almond milk. Heat until warmed thoroughly, but do not boil.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk remaining almond milk with spices and flour until smooth. Add to saucepan and stir constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cheeses and cooked pasta. Stir well to melt cheeses.
  5. Let stand 10 minutes to cool before serving. Enjoy!