---
title: Zingerman's Pimento Mac & Cheese
source: Zingermans
servings: 4
prep time: 20 minutes
cook time: 25 minutes
---

Cook @macaroni{1%lbs} in salted water according to package directions, then set aside.

Melt @butter{1%tbsp} in a #large pot{} over medium-high heat. Add @diced onion{1/8%cup} and @bay leaf{1} and cook until the onion softens.

Stirring continuously, slowly add @whole milk{3/4%cup} and @heavy cream{1/8%cup}, then simmer for ~{several%minutes} until thick.

Reduce heat to low, stir in @dijon mustard{1/2%tsp}, @grated sharp cheddar cheese{1/2%lbs}, half of the @pimento cheese{10%oz} and @salt{} to taste. Simmer for ~{5%minutes}, then set aside.

In a #heavy bottom skillet{} over high heat, add @olive oil{1%tsp} and heat until it smokes. Add the cheese sauce, cooked pasta and remaining pimento cheese and cook until it starts to brown. Season with @salt{} and @pepper{} to taste.