Million Dollar Burrata Mac n Cheese
This Million Dollar Burrata Mac n Cheese is a decadent twist on a classic comfort food. Creamy, rich cheeses like Gruyère, Muenster, ricotta, and burrata create an indulgent sauce, topped with cheddar and crispy herb-infused breadcrumbs. A sweet and spicy hot honey dipping sauce adds the perfect balance to this irresistible dish. Perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners, it’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course, Comfort Food, Side Dish
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Toasted Herb Breadcrumbs:
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 teaspoon sage, chopped
- ½ teaspoon rosemary, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon thyme leaves, stems removed
- ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
For the Mac ’n’ Cheese:
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons shallots, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Muenster cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- ½ cup burrata cheese (about 1 large ball or 2 small ones)
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
For the Hot Honey Dipping Sauce:
- 1 cup high-quality honey
- 1 tablespoon Frank’s hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the toasted herb breadcrumbs: Melt the butter in a small pan over medium-high heat. Add sage, rosemary, and thyme. Cook until fragrant (2-3 minutes). Stir in panko breadcrumbs and cook until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
- Cook the pasta: Boil rigatoni pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the cheese sauce: In a large pot, melt butter and sauté chopped shallots with salt and red pepper flakes for 2-3 minutes. Add flour, whisking to form a roux. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, then add heavy cream, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens (5-10 minutes). Stir in Muenster, Gruyère, ricotta, hot sauce, and salt to taste.
- Combine the pasta and cheese sauce: Add cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir gently to coat. Pour into a heatproof dish, tear burrata into pieces, and push into the mac and cheese. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar.
- Broil the mac and cheese: Set broiler to high and broil the mac and cheese for 3-5 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Top with breadcrumbs: Remove from oven and sprinkle toasted herb breadcrumbs on top.
- Prepare the hot honey dipping sauce: Mix honey, Frank’s hot sauce, and Sriracha sauce in a small jar. Stir well and store in an airtight container.
- Serve: Enjoy your decadent mac and cheese with the hot honey dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use different cheese combinations like sharp cheddar, fontina, or mozzarella for variety.
- For more spice, add extra hot sauce or fresh jalapeños.
- Vegetarian? Skip the hot honey dipping sauce for a milder version.
- You can make the breadcrumbs without butter using olive oil or dairy-free alternatives.
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