Overnight Macaroni and Cheese Gratin

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A French recipe that uses Gruyere instead of Cheddar cheese. Great sophisticated side dish for steaks and roasts.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
24 mins
Additional Time:
1 day 30 mins
Total Time:
1 day 1 hr 4 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream

  • 1 ¼ cups milk

  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese, divided

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until halfway cooked, about 4 minutes. Drain.

  2. Combine heavy cream, milk, and 1/2 of Gruyere cheese in a large bowl. Add elbow macaroni and mix well; season with salt and pepper. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours.

  3. Bring the macaroni mixture to room temperature, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Pour into a 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Gruyere cheese on top.

  4. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  5. Bake in the preheated oven until golden and crispy, 15 to 20 minutes.

Cook's Note:

Substitute Swiss cheese for the Gruyere if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

507 Calories
37g Fat
32g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 507
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37g 47%
Saturated Fat 23g 113%
Cholesterol 133mg 44%
Sodium 139mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 14g 27%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 301mg 23%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 220mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.