Description
Creamy Baked Mac And Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. This rich and indulgent dish features perfectly cooked elbow pasta enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar and Gruyère, all topped with a golden crust. Whether it’s a family dinner or a festive celebration, this recipe is sure to impress your loved ones with its irresistible flavors. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite add-ins, making it a versatile option for any occasion. Dive into this creamy delight that never goes out of style!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2 1/2 cups half and half
- 4 cups medium sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 cups Gruyère cheese (shredded)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the elbow pasta al dente in salted boiling water; drain and toss with olive oil.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter; whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add half and half followed by milk until thickened.
- Stir in spices and cheeses until melted and combined.
- Mix pasta with the cheese sauce, pour half into the baking dish, layer with cheese, then add remaining pasta mixture on top.
- Finish with the last portion of cheese and bake for about 15 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 564
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 94mg