Macaroni pudding with cheese

Macaroni and cheese pudding – a quick and delicious dessert

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Number of servings: 6

If you are looking for a simple and tasty recipe, macaroni and cheese pudding is the perfect choice. This traditional dessert, enriched with telemea cheese and refined flavors, promises to delight everyone's taste buds. Follow these steps to achieve a perfect result!

### Ingredients
- 250 g macaroni (choose your preferred type, but medium-sized ones work best)
- 350 g salty telemea cheese (for a balanced taste, you can also opt for cottage cheese)
- 100 g sugar (adjustable according to preferences)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (to add a flavorful note)
- 1 teaspoon rum extract (for an unexpected twist)
- 100 g raisins (you can use golden raisins for a sweeter touch)
- Zest of 1 lemon (fresh, for a vibrant taste)
- 4 eggs (medium, to bind the mixture)

### Step by step

1. Boiling the macaroni: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the macaroni, following the package instructions to cook them al dente. Once cooked, drain well and let them cool.

2. Preparing the mixture: In a large bowl, grate the telemea cheese on a fine grater. Add the sugar, vanilla and rum extracts, raisins, lemon zest, and well-beaten eggs. Mix everything with a spatula or whisk until the ingredients are well incorporated. This step is essential for achieving a creamy texture and a homogeneous taste.

3. Mixing the macaroni with cheese: Add the drained macaroni to the cheese mixture and gently stir, being careful not to break them. Ensure that each piece of macaroni is well coated with the cheese mixture.

4. Preparing the baking dish: Take a springform pan and line it with parchment paper. Grease the bottom and sides well with butter to prevent sticking. You can use herb-flavored butter for an extra touch of flavor.

5. Baking: Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into the prepared dish. Preheat the oven to 180°C (medium heat) and bake the pudding for 30-40 minutes or until the surface is golden and firm to the touch. Look for a beautiful crust that will add a delicious texture.

6. Cooling and serving: Once the pudding is ready, let it cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan. You can serve it warm or at room temperature, and for an extra flavor, drizzle it with honey or a berry sauce.

### Useful tips
- You can also add other ingredients, such as nuts or hazelnuts, for a crunchy texture.
- If you enjoy a more intense citrus flavor, you can add a splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- This recipe is versatile; you can replace the raisins with other dried fruits, such as apricots or dates.

Enjoy this macaroni and cheese pudding as a simple yet sophisticated dessert that will surely become a family favorite!