Description
Mac and Kim-Cheese is a delightful fusion that elevates classic comfort food with the bold, spicy flavors of kimchi. This creamy, cheesy macaroni dish will tantalize your taste buds and bring excitement to your dining table. Perfect for cozy nights in or impressing guests at gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and endlessly customizable. Get ready for a culinary experience that combines beloved traditions with a modern twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup kimchi, finely chopped
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs (for topping)
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened.
- Add Cheeses: Reduce heat to low, stir in cheddar cheese until melted, then add garlic powder.
- Combine with Kimchi: Stir in chopped kimchi until evenly mixed.
- Mix Everything Together: In a bowl, combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Bake: Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg