The Neapolitan legend, loved everywhere! Everyone loves the wholesome taste of Nonna’s Mac ‘n Cheese, so we have the perfect recipe for you to give it a try! Did you know Macaroni originates from Naples?
Nonna’s Macaroni
Cooking Time
30 minutes
Servings
4
Method:
- Dry fry the pancetta until the fat begins to render. Scoop a couple of spoonful’s of pancetta and put aside, then cook the remaining pancetta.
- Boil the macaroni in salted water for 5 minutes. (Trust us: you’ll bake it in step 6). Drain and set aside.
- Now, to make the sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan. Add the garlic and cook gently until pale and gold. Stir in the flour and mustard powder, then simmer for a minute or two.
- Gradually pour in the milk and bring to the boil. Let the mixture simmer, stirring occasionally for 4-5 minutes. It should be think and smooth.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the macaroni, browned pancetta, and all but a spoonful of the grated cheese (or cheeses). Season generously and transfer to an oven proof dish.
- Mix the reserved pancetta, grated cheese, Parmesan and breadcrumbs together, then sprinkle over the top of the macaroni. Bake for 20 minutes until it’s bubbling, and irresistibly golden.
Ingredients
150g Diced pancetta
200g Napolina Macaroni
40g butter
2 garlic cloves, crushed
40g plain flour
½ tsp mustard powder
600ml whole milk
50g fontina and/ or cheddar cheese, grated
Salt & pepper
30g finely chopped parmesan
2tbsp panko breadcrumbs
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