Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese

Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    15 People
  • VIEWS
    342

Indulge in the timeless allure of Macaroni and Cheese, an iconic American comfort food elevated to new heights. Creamy, dreamy, and utterly irresistible, this recipe features perfectly cooked macaroni enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce, crowned with a golden, crispy topping.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    36 g
  • Cholesterol
    65 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    14 g
  • Sodium
    550 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    22 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

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02 Step

Recipe View 8 mins Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Rinse under cold water. Drain well.

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Melt butter in the same pot on medium heat; sprinkle with flour, ground mustard, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Cook and stir until well blended, about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk; cook, stirring constantly, until sauce begins to thicken, about 3 minutes.

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04 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Off heat, gently stir in macaroni until coated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Combine panko and paprika; evenly sprinkle over top.

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05 Step

Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown on top, 25 to 30 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce.
Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, such as Gruyere, Fontina, or Monterey Jack.
To prevent the macaroni from sticking together, rinse it thoroughly with cold water after cooking.
If you prefer a softer topping, omit the panko bread crumbs and simply sprinkle with paprika.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 114 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)

  • Damon Millsgreenholt

    Jun 1, 2025

    The ground mustard adds a nice tang to the cheese sauce.

  • Ezequiel Runolfsson

    Apr 4, 2025

    I used a mix of cheddar and Gruyere cheese and it was delicious!

  • Marcos Jaskolskijacobson

    Mar 15, 2025

    My family loves this mac and cheese! It's definitely a new favorite.

  • Marques Corwin

    Jul 26, 2024

    I added some chopped bacon to the recipe, and it was a huge hit!

  • Danial Ullrich

    Jun 16, 2024

    Next time, I'll try adding some roasted vegetables to the dish.

  • Kayleigh Abbott

    Nov 29, 2023

    This is the best mac and cheese I've ever made! The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful.

  • Rasheed Hirthe

    Sep 18, 2023

    The panko bread crumb topping adds a wonderful crunch.

  • Zoie Klein

    Aug 18, 2023

    This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing.

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