French Onion Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 large yellow onion, sliced
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups uncooked macaroni
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Whisk in the broth and milk and bring to a simmer.
5. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and macaroni.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender, about 12 minutes.
7. Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
8. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• This recipe is an easy one-pan dinner.
• The combination of French onion soup and mac and cheese is a flavorful twist on classic comfort food.
• Caramelizing the onions is key to bringing out the flavor of this dish.