Why should the sweet-tooth folk have all the fun? This macaroni and cheese cake is everything you could want in a savoury cake and more!
Ingredients
- 400g macaroni
- 100g butter
- 2/3 cup plain flour
- 3 1/4 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 2 cups grated tasty cheese
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 3 eggs, beaten
Method
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Step 1Preheat oven to 180C fan-forced. Line the base of a 23cm springform tin with baking paper. Brush the sides with softened butter.
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Step 2Cook macaroni according to packet instructions. Drain and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
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Step 3In a large saucepan, melt buter and whisk in flour. Allow to cook for 1-2 minutes, then gradually pour in 3 cups milk, whisking until smooth. Bring to a simmer, and continue whisking while it thickens. Whisk in garlic powder and dijon mustard. Remove from heat and stir through cheeses. Check for seasoning and add salt and pepper if required. Pour cheese sauce over cooked macaroni in mixing bowl and stir well.
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Step 4Combine eggs with remaining 1/4 cup milk. Add to macaroni mixture and stir well. Pour into prepared tin. Bake for 25 minutes until golden and set. Allow to cool slightly in the tin before releasing the spring and removing the sides. Gently ease cake onto serving plate. Serve warm.
Recipe Notes
Mix up the cheeses - smoked cheddar and gruyere would be wonderful additions. Just make sure you have some mozzarella for stretch.
I used a 23cm tin. You could also use a high-sided 20cm tin for a smaller but taller cake.
Recipe and photo by Greer Worsley.
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