Caramelised Onion Mac and Cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Slice your onions and fry them in butter and salt until soft and translucent. Add the balsamic and sweet soy sauce and continue cooking on a low heat until all soft and caramelised (maybe 15 ish mins)

2. 2

   Make a roux by melting butter in a saucepan on low heat and then add the flour, whisking continuously until smooth and no lumps. Continue cooking for a couple of minutes, whisking occasionally (don’t let the roux brown)

3. 3

   Then start vigorously whisking in around 2-3 tbsp milk. Don’t worry if it looks almost split. Then keep adding around 1/3 remaining milk, whisking bit by bit until all incorporated. Once smooth, add salt and pepper - season to taste. Leave on a low heat until thickened (around 15 mins)

4. 4

   At this point boil your macaroni until cooked (10 minutes) then drain and rinse with cold water.

5. 5

   Pre-heat your oven to 180C/ 360F.

6. 6

   Once the sauce has thickened, add your cheeses (leave around 1/4 for the top) and mix. Take off the heat.

7. 7

   Mix your cooked macaroni with the sauce (leave a small bit of sauce for the top) and then spoon into a baking tray.

8. 8

   Stir in your caramelised onion.

9. 9

   Top with dollops of the remaining sauce, the remaining cheese and parmesan.

10. 10

    At this point you could add breadcrumbs if you want a crunchy top and feel free to add more cheese if your heart desires!

11. 11

    Bake for 20 minutes, until bubbling.