Baked Macaroni and Cheese | Don Signature Crab - Singapore Food Guide

Baked Macaroni and Cheese | Don Signature Crab - Singapore Food Guide

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Singapore-style baked macaroni and cheese — a creamy, oven-baked pasta comfort dish with a golden cheesy crust, perfect for family dinners and potluck makan.

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Ingredients

  • 350 g elbow macaroni (or penne)
  • 40 g unsalted butter + extra for greasing
  • 35 g plain (all-purpose) flour
  • 600 ml whole milk, warmed
  • 100 ml single cream (optional for extra silkiness)
  • 250 g mature cheddar, grated (divided)
  • 125 g mozzarella, shredded (for stretch)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard or 1/2 tsp mustard powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus extra to taste
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 50 g panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp melted butter (for mixing with breadcrumbs)
  • 1 small onion, finely diced (optional)
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed (optional)
  • 1 spring onion, sliced, for garnish
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • 1–2 tsp sambal oelek or chilli padi paste (optional local heat)
  • 100 g diced cooked bacon or luncheon meat (SPAM) — optional add-in
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce (optional, for an umami boost)
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
  • Lemon wedges to serve (optional)

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