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Mac and cheese prepared at home

This creamy mac and cheese recipe has a delicious buttered bread crumb topping. You can easily make the cheese sauce from scratch on your stovetop by starting with a roux and adding milk, cheddar, and parmesan. The result is a rich and decadent sauce that covers every part of the noodles

Forget about the boxed mac and cheese and try making it from scratch tonight.

Macaroni and cheese ingredients.

Here are the items required to prepare the most delicious homemade mac and cheese you've ever tasted:

Macaroni: To make this delicious mac and cheese, begin with a box of uncooked macaroni noodles.

Milk: For the most flavorful and creamy result, use whole milk.

Cheese: This recipe for baked mac and cheese requires Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses.

Bread crumbs: You can opt for store-bought dried bread crumbs or make your own easily at home.

Butter and flour: Prepare a roux for the cheese sauce by combining butter and flour. Additionally, use two tablespoons of butter for the topping.

Seasonings: Enhance the sauce with salt and pepper, and sprinkle paprika over the topping for an extra touch of flavor.

Steps to Prepare Mac and Cheese

The complete, detailed recipe is provided below. However, here's a quick summary of how to make this delicious homemade mac and cheese:

1. Cook the noodles in boiling water, then remove the water and place them in a baking dish.

2. Prepare the cheese sauce, pour it over the noodles, and mix well.

3. Create the topping, spread it evenly on top of the macaroni and cheese, and sprinkle with paprika.

4. Bake the mac and cheese until the topping turns a golden brown color.

Tips 

You can substitute regular milk with almond milk and include chicken to create a macaroni chicken casserole. Additionally, you can increase the amount of Cheddar.

You can include one teaspoon of minced garlic and a pinch of chili pepper.

Cooking Method
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 15 mins Cook Time: 45 45 mins Total Time: 1 hr
Cooking Temp 175  °C
Servings 4
Calories 845
Dietary Dinner, Lunch
Description

This creamy mac and cheese recipe has a delicious buttered bread crumb topping. You can easily make the cheese sauce from scratch on your stovetop by starting with a roux and adding milk, cheddar, and parmesan. The result is a rich and decadent sauce that covers every part of the noodles.

Ingredients
    Macaroni and Cheese
  • 8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
  • ¼ cups salted butter
  • ½ cups finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ cups milk, (more as needed)
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
    • Bread Crumb Topping
  • ½ cups dry bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 pinch ground paprika
Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Apply grease to an 8-inch square baking dish.

  2. Prepare the macaroni and cheese by boiling a big pot of lightly salted water. Cook the macaroni until it is tender but still firm, which should take around 8 minutes. Remember that it will continue cooking in the oven. Once done, drain the macaroni and transfer it to the baking dish that you have prepared.

  3. While the macaroni cooks, heat 1/4 cup butter in a medium skillet over low heat until melted. Add flour and stir until the mixture turns into a paste-like consistency and becomes light golden brown, which usually takes around 3 to 5 minutes.

  4. Whisk in the milk gradually into the flour mixture and heat until it simmers. Add shredded Cheddar and finely grated Parmesan cheeses, and season with salt and pepper. Stir and cook on low heat until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens, which should take about 3 to 5 minutes. If needed, add up to 1/2 cup more milk. Pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni and mix well.

  5. Create the bread crumb topping by melting 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet on medium heat. Stir in the bread crumbs until they are well coated and browned. Sprinkle the bread crumbs over the macaroni and cheese, then add a dash of paprika.

  6. Bake in the oven that has been preheated until the topping turns golden brown and the macaroni and cheese starts to bubble, which usually takes around 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 845kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48g74%
Saturated Fat 30g150%
Cholesterol 142mg48%
Sodium 880mg37%
Potassium 521.99mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 65g22%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Protein 37g74%
Vitamin C 1 mg
Calcium 865 mg
Iron 3 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

You can make slight adjustments according to your liking.

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Buddhika Nuwan
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I'm Buddhika. I love to cook and I want to share with you my favorite, delicious family-friendly recipes. I want to inspire you to create fantastic food for your family every day.