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Baked Mac & Cheese

Baked Mac & Cheese

Creamy baked macaroni and cheese with a golden crust of melted cheddar and parmesan cheeses.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 3.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
  • 2 cups milk whole milk preferred
  • 0.5 cups grated parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and mustard powder and cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbly.
  • Gradually whisk in milk and cook until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine cheese sauce with cooked macaroni and mix well. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle remaining 0.5 cups cheddar and Parmesan cheese over the top.
  • Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream to the cheese sauce or top with breadcrumbs before baking.