Mac and Cheese Casserole Recipe
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this classic Mac and Cheese Casserole. With a rich blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, this baked dish is comfort food at its finest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
Seasonings and Cheeses:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Topping:
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (optional)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Macaroni: Boil macaroni until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Make Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, add milk and cream, season, and melt in cheeses.
- Combine and Bake: Mix macaroni with cheese sauce, transfer to baking dish, top with breadcrumbs and butter, bake until golden.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Enhance with cooked bacon, sautéed onions, or hot sauce.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like Gruyère or gouda.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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