Description
This Classic Baked Mac and Cheese is rich, creamy, and topped with a golden crispy crust. Made with a blend of cheeses and baked to perfection, it’s the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella
- 1/4 cup parmesan
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Boil macaroni until al dente.
- Melt butter and add flour.
- Slowly add milk and cream.
- Stir until thick.
- Add spices and cheese.
- Mix pasta with sauce.
- Transfer to baking dish.
- Add cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 180°C for 25 minutes.
Notes
Use a mix of cheeses for best flavor. Add milk when reheating to keep it creamy. Can be prepared ahead and baked later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg