Down Home Macaroni Cheese by Kraft
Get ready to enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and decadent "Down Home Macaroni Cheese by Kraft." This nostalgic recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from sharp Cheddar and indulgent Kraft Singles, creating a perfectly gooey texture that will have everyone asking for seconds. A golden, buttery breadcrumb topping adds the perfect crunch, making this baked macaroni and cheese a crowd-pleasing dish for family dinners, potlucks, or holidays. Ready in under an hour with simple ingredients, this classic recipe offers homestyle flavor and irresistible indulgence in every bite. Your search for the best homemade mac and cheese stops here!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Elbow macaroni
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 slices Kraft Singles (optional for extra creaminess)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted (for breadcrumbs)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish and set aside.
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk, making sure there are no lumps. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 5–7 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded Cheddar cheese and Kraft Singles (if using) until melted and smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and mix well. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter until well combined. 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 brown and the cheese is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your creamy, cheesy Down Home Macaroni and Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3071 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.1 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.5 g | 492% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 485 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 4759 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 272.6 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.0 g | ||
| Protein | 127.1 g | 254% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 2857 mg | 220% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1208 mg | 26% | |
*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.
