Creamy Macaroni N Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Macaroni N Cheese recipe, a perfect blend of rich, velvety cheese and tender pasta. Made from a luscious trio of sharp cheddar, Gruyere, and Parmesan cheeses, this baked mac and cheese boasts a delightfully creamy texture and an irresistible golden breadcrumb topping. With a hint of ground mustard and garlic powder for added depth, every bite is bursting with flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's an easy and satisfying dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing side at any gathering. Serve it fresh from the oven and watch it disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 4 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Ground mustard
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, ensuring no lumps remain. Continue to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and add the sharp cheddar cheese, Gruyere cheese, and Parmesan cheese, one handful at a time, stirring until melted and smooth.
Stir in the ground mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is completely coated.
Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with olive oil, mixing until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let the macaroni and cheese rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy, comforting dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5523 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 308.8 g | 396% | |
| Saturated Fat | 176.4 g | 882% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 892 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 7173 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 455.6 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.3 g | ||
| Protein | 219.9 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.9 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 4509 mg | 347% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 1479 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
