How To Make Joella’s Mac and Cheese Recipe
Creamy, cheesy and comforting mac and cheese that will satisfy your cravings like nothing else!
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes until you have a paste.
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Pour in the milk gradually, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Keep whisking until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add the onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Add the grated parmesan and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
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Add the cooked macaroni to the saucepan and stir until the macaroni is evenly coated with the cheese sauce.
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Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven at 375°F for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 540kcal
- Total Fat : 26g
- Saturated Fat : 16g
- Cholesterol : 80mg
- Sodium : 684mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 48g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 7g
- Protein : 27g
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