For a richer flavor, use a blend of cheeses like Gruyere, Monterey Jack, or even a touch of Parmesan. Add a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce for a warm, aromatic depth. Feel free to customize the topping with herbs like thyme or rosemary.
Elevate your comfort food game with this luxuriously creamy baked macaroni and cheese, featuring a golden, buttery breadcrumb topping and a hint of mustard for an unexpected zing. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
Recipe View Place bread crumbs into a small bowl and mix well with melted butter; set aside.
Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain, then place into the prepared casserole dish.
Recipe View While pasta is cooking, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in minced onion and cook until onion softens and turns translucent, about 5 minutes.
Recipe View Stir in flour, salt, pepper, and dry mustard until incorporated, then pour in milk and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring constantly, until milk has thickened, about 10 minutes.
Recipe View Remove from heat and stir in Cheddar cheese until melted. Pour cheese sauce over macaroni, then sprinkle evenly with buttered bread crumbs.
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden and bubbly, about 20 minutes.
For a richer flavor, use a blend of cheeses like Gruyere, Monterey Jack, or even a touch of Parmesan. Add a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce for a warm, aromatic depth. Feel free to customize the topping with herbs like thyme or rosemary.
Kristy Kohler
Mar 25, 2025I used gluten-free pasta and breadcrumbs and it worked perfectly!
Jimmie Ebert
Mar 13, 2025I made it ahead of time and it was just as good the next day.
Adelle Steuber
May 27, 2024The breadcrumb topping adds such a nice texture. Will definitely make again!
Santa Kemmer
Dec 8, 2023So much better than boxed mac and cheese!
Mayra Strosinrenner
Apr 27, 2023I added some Gruyere cheese and it was amazing! Thanks for the recipe!
Juanita Waters
Mar 17, 2023This recipe is a game-changer! The dry mustard is a stroke of genius.
Rudolph Jenkins
Feb 3, 2023I omitted the dry mustard since I don't like the taste, and it was still amazing!
Freeda Spencer
Jan 29, 2023This is now my go-to mac and cheese recipe!
Rashawn Carter
Jan 7, 2023I added some bacon bits to mine. So good!
Paolo Walter
Jul 19, 2022My kids devoured it! So easy and delicious.
Ansel Simonis
Jan 12, 2022The sauce was perfectly creamy and the baking time was spot on.