Buffalo Trace™ Spiced Macaroni & Cheese with Caramelized Onions
Yields
8 ServingsPrep Time
15 MinutesCook Time
35 MinutesTotal Time
50 Minutes
Ingredients
- Caramelized Onions
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cups sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp Weber® Buffalo Trace™ Whiskey Flavored Seasoning
- Cheese Sauce
- 3 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Pasta
- 1 lb cellentani or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
- Topping
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Weber® Buffalo Trace™ Whiskey Flavored Seasoning
Rich, creamy mac and cheese gets a flavorful upgrade with smoky, caramelized onions and the bold kick of Weber® Buffalo Trace™ Whiskey Flavored Seasoning. Topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs, this dish is a decadent take on a comfort food classic.
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Caramelize Onions: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes or until tender. Uncover and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden and caramelized. Add a splash of water if needed to prevent sticking. Stir in 3 tbsp Weber® Buffalo Trace™ Whiskey Flavored Seasoning and set aside.
- Make Cheese Sauce: In a 6-quart pot, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in milk and cook, stirring frequently, until thickened and bubbling. Add Swiss, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Combine and Assemble: Stir the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce until evenly coated. Fold in the caramelized onions gently. Transfer the mixture to a 3-quart baking dish.
- Prepare Topping: Melt the remaining 2 tbsp butter and mix with panko breadcrumbs and 2 tbsp Weber® Buffalo Trace™ Whiskey Flavored Seasoning. Sprinkle evenly over the pasta.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until bubbling and golden brown on top.
Tips & Tricks
- For the best flavor, cook the onions low and slow to achieve a deep caramelization that enhances the overall dish.
