Mac and Cheese with Soubise Recipe | Cook the Book
Even with all of the rich ingredients that goes into baked mac and cheese, more often than not, there is something about the final dish that is bland.

Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions and drained
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated
- Salt to taste
Directions
Make the Soubise: Melt half the butter in a medium pan over medium heat and add the onions and a four-fingered pinch of salt. Cook, stirring until the onions is nicely caramelized.