Fancy Schmancy Mac N Cheesy

Method:

• Step 1:

  For the Breadcrumb Topping: Preheat oven to 200 degrees celsius.

• Step 2:

  Slice the High Fibre Low GI loaf into thin pieces, then bake for 15 minutes or until crisp to the touch.

• Step 3:

  Pulse the bread slices in a food processor or a bullet until it forms bread crumbs.

• Step 4:

  Place the butter in a bowl and place in the microwave for 30 seconds until melted. Then add the oil, garlic, a pinch of salt and the bread crumbs. Mix well, and pour the mixture into a baking tray then bake for 8 minutes. Set aside.

• Step 5:

  For the Mac n Cheese: Bring the macaroni to a boil on the stove over high heat. Cook for 10 minutes, or until pasta is al dente (firm with a slight chew).

• Step 6:

  While the pasta is cooking, in a medium bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Set aside.

• Step 7:

  Once the pasta cooked, pour through a strainer to remove excess water. Return pasta to the pot on the stove top. On a low heat and add the milk and egg mixture to the pot, stirring constantly for 30 seconds.

• Step 8:

  Add the cheese, garlic powder, and the mustard powder and continue stirring. Then add the cold butter, mix in well, then remove the pan from the heat.

• Step 9:

  Pour the pasta mixture into serving bowl and cover with the bread crumb topping prepared earlier. Add finely chopped chives on top, and serve hot.

• Step 10:

  Watch the video for tips on how to bring this recipe together!