Description
Indulge in our Carbonara Mac and Cheese Soufflé, a delightful fusion of creamy mac and cheese with the rich flavors of carbonara. This recipe combines savory pancetta, creamy cheese, and fluffy soufflé for an unforgettable dish.
Ingredients
- 8 oz macaroni
- 4 oz pancetta, diced
- 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook macaroni according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook pancetta until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add garlic, cooking until fragrant. Stir in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened. Stir in cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine macaroni, cheese sauce, and pancetta.
- Beat egg yolks and fold into the macaroni mixture.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the macaroni mixture.
- Pour mixture into a greased soufflé dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and puffed. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, serve the soufflé as soon as it comes out of the oven to maintain its fluffy texture.
- You can substitute pancetta with bacon for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: Carbonara Mac and Cheese Soufflé, Mac and Cheese Soufflé, Carbonara Soufflé, Cheesy Soufflé
