Skillet Three Cheese Macaroni

Source: cooklikeachampion.com (modified by Aimee)

·         16 oz.penne

·         1 pint heavy cream or half-and-half

·         Oil for frying

·         ¼ cup finely chopped yellow onion

·         2 garlic cloves, minced

·         3 tablespoons all purpose flour

·         6 ounces Havarti (cubed), or other soft cheese

·         1 cup sharp cheddar, shredded

·         ½ cup white cheddar, shredded

·         3 tablespoons sour cream

·         Salt and freshly ground pepper

·         2 eggs, beaten

1.     Heat oven to 400º. Butter a 10-inch cast-iron skillet. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente. Drain and return to pot. Stir in sour cream, salt & pepper, & eggs.

2.     Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, sauté onion and garlic. Stir in flour. Gradually whisk in cream. Cook over moderate heat until thickened, about 3 minutes. Whisk in cheeses until melted.

3.     Pour cheese sauce over pasta and toss to coat evenly. Add pasta to cast-iron skillet.

4.     Bake for about 35 minutes, until bubbling and golden brown. Allow mac and cheese to rest for about 5 minutes, then serve.