Charlie Bigham's Pancetta Macaroni Cheese
670g | Serves 2 | Ready to heat
- Mustard
- Cereals containing gluten
- Milk
- Egg
- Sesame
- Soya
- Peanut
- Nuts
- May contain traces of allergens
Who doesn't love a comforting Mac 'n' Cheese? Especially when it's got a delicious twist. This freshly prepared meal has been created by chefs and is packed full of traditional creamy cheese sauce, topped with crispy pancetta and ciabatta croutons. Oven-baked in 30 minutes, it's a great dinnertime option for two. Ingredients - Macaroni pasta (water, durum wheat semolina), milk, Cheddar cheese (milk) (18%), cream (milk), water, mozzarella cheese (milk) (4%), white wine, smoked pancetta lardons (pork, salt, dextrose, glucose syrup, antioxidant: ascorbic acid, preservatives: potassium nitrate, sodium nitrite*, flavourings, garlic powder), Ciabatta (wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), sunflower oil, olive oil, yeast, salt, sea salt), Regato cheese (milk), butter (milk), wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), Grana Padano cheese (with egg lysozyme**) (milk), mustard powder, cornflour, salt, rapeseed oil, parsley, black pepper, white pepper, nutmeg, rosemary. If you would like specific advice on HelloFresh ingredients please contact our Customer Care team via our Help Centre. For all other branded products please contact the manufacturer. HelloFresh is therefore unable to accept liability for any incorrect information of branded products. You can get in touch by emailing letusknowwhatyouthink@bighams.com
Ingredients
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Charlie Bigham's Mac & Cheese
(Contains: Mustard, Cereals containing gluten, Milk, Egg May contain traces of: Sesame, Soya, Peanut, Nuts)
Instructions
This recipe is made with some raw ingredients and isn’t suitable for microwaving, so please follow these cooking instructions carefully. Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 7. (Be careful not to grill by mistake!) 2..Remove the film but leave the macaroni cheese in its wooden tray*. Place on a baking tray in the centre of the oven and cook for 30 minutes. If using a gas oven, cook for an extra 10 minutes. 3.Leave to stand for 2 minutes before serving. Make sure it's piping hot throughout. *The wooden tray is designed for the oven, just make sure it isn't placed close to any element or flame.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Rich and creamy with a strong cheese taste; some found it overpowering or too rich.
- Ease of prep: Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a hassle-free meal when short on time.
- Suggestions: Consider serving as a side dish or in smaller portions due to its richness.
- Portions: Some found it generous, while others felt it wasn't quite enough for two as a main course.
- Topping: A crispier top and more pancetta and croutons would enhance the texture and flavour.
