Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Homemade Mac and Cheese recipe that’s the epitome of comfort food. With a blend of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, this dish is a classic favorite for all occasions.
Ingredients
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Main Mac and Cheese:
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
For Topping (Optional):
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon butter (for toasting breadcrumbs)
Instructions
- Cook Macaroni: Boil salted water and cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk and cream. Stir in cheeses until smooth. Add seasonings.
- Combine and Bake: Stir cooked macaroni into sauce. Optionally, transfer to a baking dish, top with toasted breadcrumbs, and bake until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheese combinations for varied flavors.
- For a lighter version, use whole milk instead of heavy cream and reduce cheese amount.
- This dish works well as a main course or a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop, Baking (optional)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
