Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this classic Good Old Fashioned Mac and Cheese recipe. Creamy, cheesy, and baked to perfection, it’s a nostalgic favorite that’s sure to please the whole family.
Author:Kimberly
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
UnitsScale
Macaroni:
8oz elbow macaroni
Cheese Sauce:
2cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2cup grated Parmesan cheese
3cups whole milk
1/4cup unsalted butter
1/4cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard (optional)
Topping (Optional):
1/4cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook Macaroni: Cook the macaroni until al dente, drain, and set aside.
Make Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, gradually add milk, then stir in cheeses, salt, pepper, paprika, and mustard until smooth.
Combine and Bake: Mix the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, transfer to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs if desired, and bake until golden and bubbly.
Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a creamier version, add extra milk or cream cheese.
Customize with bacon, onions, or broccoli for a twist.