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June 4, 2025
This Garlic Confit Mac & Cheese is a decadent, ultra-cheesy pasta dish loaded with rich roasted garlic flavor. Garlic cloves are gently confited in olive oil, then mashed into butter to form the base of a velvety cheese sauce. With layers of cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, and even a hint of velveeta, this dish is gooey, creamy, and baked to perfection. Topped with more cheese and crisped in the oven, it’s a garlic lover’s dream comfort food.
$2.11 / Serving 
Estimated Price / Serving
14 Ingredients
MEDIUM
Instructions
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Add garlic cloves to a pan and cover with olive oil. Add a pinch of salt.
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Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes until soft and slightly browned. Transfer garlic and oil to a bowl to cool.
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until very al dente. Reserve some pasta water and drain.
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In a new pan, melt butter and mash in the confited garlic cloves. Cook briefly to infuse.
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Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Velveeta cubes until melted and smooth.
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Add cooked pasta and a dash of pasta water. Stir to coat evenly.
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Transfer to a baking dish, top with more cheddar and mozzarella.
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Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly. Serve hot.
52.88 g
Carbs
101.67 g
Fat
36.77 g
Protein
1259.87 kcal
Calories
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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