Lori Taylor is the Founder & CEO of The Produce Moms. For ten years she sold fresh produce to over 300 grocery stores throughout the United States, and today she is fully focused on working with the produce supply chain, media, and government to increase fresh produce access & consumption in the US and around the globe.
This French Onion Mac and Cheese recipe is a show stopping side dish. We would be willing to bet that guests at the party will be asking for the recipe! Be ready to share it with your friends and family! It has already gone viral on TikTok. And once you try it, you will understand why!
Yield
8 Servings
Type
Time
Level
Beginner
– Peri & Sons Farms® Premium White Onion – Butter – Cavatappi or favorite macaroni noodle – All-purpose flour – Milk – Fontina, Gruyere and sharp white cheddar cheese – Dijon mustard – Cayenne pepper – Fresh thyme leaves
Step 1 In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta.
Step 2 Once the butter has fully melted, add in your sliced Peri & Sons Farms® Premium White Onion and pinch of salt. Allow it to cook over medium-low heat until caramelized, about 30 minutes.
Step 3 While the pasta and onions are cooking, place 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted, add in the flour and stir until combined. Allow the flour to cook off for about 1 minute.
Step 4 While using a whisk, slowly pour in the milk. Bring to a boil and reduce to medium heat. Simmer and stir until the sauce has thickened, about 5-6 minutes.
Step 5 Stir in the fontina, cheddar and 1 cup of gruyere cheese until the cheese has melted.
Step 6 Remove from the heat and add in the pasta, caramelized onions, cayenne, dijon, and thyme.
Step 7 Divide the mixture into 8 ramekins or a baking dish that has been pre-greased. Top with the remaining gruyere. Bake for about 20 minutes until the sauce is bubbly around the edges.
Step 8 To get the cheese golden brown, place under the boiler for about 2 minutes. Feel free to serve with fresh thyme!