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- 12 ounces uncooked pasta (macaroni, shells, or elbow pasta)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 2 cups whole milk (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta in boiling salted water for 5-6 minutes until just undercooked. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour, salt, pepper, and spices. Cook until resembling wet sand.
- Gradually add milk, whisking continuously, and cook until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove from heat, whisk in cheddar, gruyere, and Greek yogurt.
- Combine pasta with cheese sauce in a mixing bowl.
- Pour into a greased casserole dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Broil for 3-5 minutes for a crispy topping.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.
Let the dish sit for a few minutes after baking for easier serving.
Consider adding bacon or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg