I tried Tini Younger's viral mac and cheese — perfect for Super Bowl
Tineke "Tini" Younger's mac and cheese went viral on TikTok after she posted the recipe for Thanksgiving in November 2023; the video racks up more than 100 million views each time it's shared. I followed her method myself and found it to be a rich, crowd-pleasing dish that feels right for Super Bowl Sunday.
The recipe calls for 1 pound of cavatappi pasta and a total of 2½ pounds of cheese: 16 ounces each of mozzarella and colby jack plus 8 ounces of sharp cheddar. You also need a 12-ounce can of evaporated milk, 2 cups of heavy cream, 3 tablespoons each of butter and flour, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon each garlic powder and smoked paprika, and ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper.
Younger insists on shredding the cheese yourself and recommends a 9-inch by 13-inch pan; I preheated the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and greased the dish before assembling.