Mac & Cheese

Step 1.

• Melt butter in large pot over medium heat and then add flour. Cook for 5 minutes whisking constantly. 

Step 2.

• Add garlic powder, onion powder and chili flakes then slowly whisk in whole milk. Simmer on medium-low heat for 10 minutes or until sauce thickens and raw flour taste is gone.  

Step 3.

• Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.  

Step 4.

• Remove from heat and whisk in shredded sharp cheddar. 

Step 5. 

• Cook macaroni according to packaging instructions until al dente. 

Step 6.

• Drain the pasta and immediately add to the cheese sauce and stir to incorporate over low heat (Add in bacon, if desired). Pour into a baking dish, and chill.

Making the Bites

Step 7.

• Once chilled, scoop into uniform balls, approximately ½ C each (50g), and place onto a parchment lined sheet tray. Freeze at least 2 hours, until set.

Step 8.

• Preheat oven to 425F. Coat a baking sheet with olive oil.

Step 9.

• Assemble a three-part breading system: a dish of flour, a dish of beaten eggs, and a dish of panko breadcrumbs.

Step 10.

• Dredge slightly frozen bites in flour, then egg, then toasted panko.

Step 11.

• Place on greased baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes at 425F. Flip and bake an additional 10 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and fresh Parmesan Cheese.