Friday, April 28, 2017

Top 3 Macaroni and Cheeses in Atlanta

Here it is. The moment we have been waiting for. Many of you have been aware of my love for macaroni and cheese for a while, as our class is related to eating and macaroni and cheese is my favorite food. Living in Atlanta for the past 3 years has given me the opportunity to try a multitude of pasta goodness. Here are my 3 favorite macaroni and cheeses in Atlanta right now, 1 being the best.

3. Majestic Diner
I've never eaten here before midnight, but every time I have, I make sure to get the macaroni and cheese. Majestic is an Atlanta landmark, and their food isn't "extraordinary", but their mac n cheese is creamy, filled with flavor, and the perfect size for a side portion. If you're an enthusiast, I'd order two. However, I wouldn't like to see how they prepare it.
2. The Porter
The porter, as a "beer bar", prides itself on masterful pairings and a drink menu dozens of pages long. The porter's macaroni and cheese is made from several cheeses and is made with spiral macaroni in a small ovular dish. I'd describe it as a "craft" (not to be confused with Kraft) macaroni due to its interesting blend of cheeses and thick consistency.
1. My Apartment
If you stop by my Clairmont apartment, you're in for a treat. I learned this recipe last summer and haven't gone anywhere else to make mac and cheese. This is the recipe for the sauce; macaroni should be prepared al dente and combined later.
1. Pour 2 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of flour in a hot sauce pan
2. Dice 1/2 medium yellow onion
3. Sautee for 7-8 minutes, until onions start to brown
4. Slowly pour 2 cups whole milk into saucepan
5. Bring it to a boil, then a simmer for 4 minutes
6. Add in your cheese! 4 cups minimum, any blend you'd like.
7. If your sauce is congealing too much, add more milk. If it's too liquid-y, add more flour.
8. Stir constantly until you're got your desired consistency.
9. Add in salt and pepper (I like to add in red pepper flakes as well).
10. Combine with pasta
11. Done!

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