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Mac ’n’ Cheese Sliders Recipe

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  • Author: Cleo
  • Total Time: Overnight chilling plus 1 hour 5 minutes active time
  • Yield: 36 sliders 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mac ’n’ Cheese Sliders are a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, featuring creamy macaroni cheese baked to perfection, sliced into bite-sized portions with melty mozzarella centers, and served in mini assorted bread rolls with fresh watercress and optional barbecue sauce. Perfect as a party snack or a fun meal, these sliders combine ooey-gooey cheese with a crispy baked crust for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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Macaroni Cheese

  • 500g macaroni
  • 50g butter
  • 3 shallots, finely chopped
  • 50g plain flour
  • 500ml whole milk
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 100g cream cheese
  • 100g cheddar, grated
  • 1 egg, beaten

Assembly

  • 300g mozzarella, chopped into 36 chunks
  • 3 x 12-pack assorted mini bread rolls
  • 1 pack watercress
  • Barbecue sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the macaroni: Heat your oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Boil the macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain well in a colander.
  2. Prepare the cheese sauce: While the macaroni cooks, melt 50g of butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallots and cook gently for 10-15 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in 50g plain flour and mix thoroughly to combine into a roux.
  3. Make the sauce smooth: Gradually pour in the 500ml whole milk a splash at a time, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Keep stirring as the sauce thickens into a smooth consistency. Once thickened, blend in 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 100g cream cheese, 100g grated cheddar, and 1 beaten egg. Season the sauce well with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Combine macaroni and sauce: Tip the drained macaroni into a deep baking dish (approximately 28 x 18 cm). Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the macaroni and mix gently so every piece is coated. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the top starts to turn a light golden color.
  5. Cool and chill: Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the macaroni cheese to cool completely at room temperature. Then cover and chill it overnight to firm up for slicing.
  6. Slice and assemble sliders: The next day, heat the oven again to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Slice the chilled macaroni cheese into 36 equal blocks. Arrange the blocks spaced out on 2 baking trays. Press one chunk of mozzarella into the center of each block to create a cheesy core.
  7. Bake sliders: Bake the prepared macaroni blocks for 10-15 minutes or until the edges are crisp and the mozzarella has melted into a gooey center.
  8. Serve: Place each macaroni cheese block into a mini assorted roll along with a few sprigs of fresh watercress. Add a squeeze of barbecue sauce if desired. Serve the sliders immediately while warm and melty.

Notes

  • For best results, prepare the macaroni cheese a day ahead to allow it to set and slice easily.
  • The assorted mini rolls provide variety and fun presentation but any small bread rolls will work.
  • The watercress adds a peppery freshness that balances the rich cheese.
  • Barbecue sauce is optional but adds a smoky sweetness complementing the cheese.
  • Ensure the mozzarella is cut into small uniform chunks for even melting inside each slider.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: macaroni cheese sliders, baked mac and cheese, party snacks, cheese sliders, comfort food, finger food

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