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Air Fryer Mac & Cheese Hack
Ingredients
- Pasta12 oz
- Mozzarella cheese · cubed8 oz
- Colby jack cheese · cubed8 oz
- Butter3 tbsp
- Heavy cream2 ½ cups
- Cornstarch½ tbsp
- Garlic powder1 tsp
- Onion powder1 tsp
- Salt1 tsp
- Paprika½ tsp
- Black pepper½ tsp
- Cheddar cheese · shredded¾ cups
- Parsley · dried¼ tsp
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of well-salted water, add the pasta and cook until al dente, following the package directions. Drain well and set aside.
- In the air fryer basket or pan, add the mozzarella, Colby Jack, butter, heavy cream, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, paprika and black pepper. Whisk gently to combine.
- Air fry at 350°F for 20 minutes, whisking halfway through, until the cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta and stir until every piece is coated in the cheese sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the top, then add a pinch of paprika and the dried parsley.
- Air fry at 365°F for 5 to 6 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly and lightly golden. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Summarized from Tasty's video. Watch it for the details.
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