Mac Cheese: 7 Irresistible Ways to Enjoy This Comfort Food
A bubbling dish of Mac and Cheese with a crispy top and creamy cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour for about a minute to create a roux.
- Slowly add 2 cups of whole milk while whisking continuously until the mixture thickens and bubbles, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss in the cooked elbow macaroni, ensuring each piece is well coated with the cheese sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and sprinkle 1 cup of panko bread crumbs on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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