Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy Mac and Cheese recipe. Perfectly blending tender elbow macaroni with a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a cozy night in, this Mac and Cheese will bring warmth and happiness to your table.
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
- Cook elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Cook for about 1 minute.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar until fully melted.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until well coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg