Cookbook:Mascarpone Mac 'n Cheese

Folding in unsweetened whipped cream makes this mac 'n cheese casserole light and airy.

Ingredients

 * ¼ cup unsalted butter
 * ¼ cup all-purpose flour
 * 1 cup mascarpone cheese
 * 3 tbsp sugar
 * 1 pinch of salt
 * 2 cups heavy cream
 * 1 pound cooked macaroni pasta
 * 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to soft peaks

Procedure

 * 1) Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook until light blond color is achieved.
 * 2) Add remaining ingredients except for macaroni and whipped cream. Bring to a boil until reduced by half. Remove from heat and gently fold in cream.
 * 3) Place macaroni in the bottom of a 9x13-inch square baking pan. Pour cheese mixture over and bake in a 350°F oven for 25 minutes, or until bubbly on top and puffed up. Remove and serve.