Adult macaroni and cheese has bold flavor with a rich creamy sauce made with Gruyère, cheddar and blue cheeses, topped with breadcrumbs and fresh basil.
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
Heat the milk in a saucepan, but don't boil it. Melt butter in a large pot; whisk in the flour. Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly with a whisk.
While whisking, slowly pour in the milk. Cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes more. The sauce will become thick and bubbly. (Don't stop stirring!)
When the sauce has thickened, turn off the heat, add in the cheeses. Season with fresh ground black pepper, nutmeg and a dash of cayenne pepper. Stir well and taste. Season with additional spices if desired. Add salt only if needed.
Combine the sauce with the cooked pasta, and stir until thoroughly combined. Pour into a 3-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and bake until the sauce is bubbly and the breadcrumbs are golden; about 35 to 40 minutes.
Allow the mac and cheese to cool slightly. Serve sprinkled with chopped fresh basil.
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