How To Make Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe
A creamy and cheesy baked pasta dish that’s perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
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Cook macaroni according to package instructions and set aside.
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Slowly pour in milk, whisking continuously until the mixture is smooth.
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Add salt and black pepper and continue to stir until the sauce begins to thicken.
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Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until fully melted and combined with the sauce.
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Add cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to coat.
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Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish.
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Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top of the mac and cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
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Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 594kcal
- Total Fat : 30g
- Saturated Fat : 18g
- Cholesterol : 92mg
- Sodium : 858mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 55g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 8g
- Protein : 26g
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