Overnight Macaroni and Cheese Gratin

Macaroni is soaked overnight in milk, cream, and Gruyere cheese then baked until golden and crispy in this sophisticated gratin side dish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 24 mins
• Total Time: 34 mins
• Calories: 507 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups milk
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until halfway cooked, about 4 minutes. Drain.

Step 3

Combine heavy cream, milk, and 1/2 of Gruyere cheese in a large bowl. Add elbow macaroni and mix well; season with salt and pepper. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours.

Step 4

Bring the macaroni mixture to room temperature, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Pour into a 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Gruyere cheese on top.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until golden and crispy, 15 to 20 minutes.