Marvelous Macaroni and Cheese
Elevate your comfort food game with this Marvelous Macaroni and Cheese recipe—a rich, creamy, and indulgent dish perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Made with a luscious blend of sharp cheddar, nutty Gruyère, and salty Parmesan cheese, this dish takes classic mac and cheese to gourmet heights. The velvety cheese sauce is infused with a hint of Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and paprika, giving every bite a subtle depth of flavor. Topped with golden, crispy panko breadcrumbs for the perfect crunch, this oven-baked delight is an irresistible crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes and serving up to six people, it’s the ultimate comfort food that’s just as easy to whip up as it is to devour. Your search for the perfect baked macaroni and cheese ends here!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. 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 to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, making sure there are no lumps. Cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the shredded cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, until fully melted and smooth.
Add the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the cheese sauce. Stir well to combine.
Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce, ensuring every piece is thoroughly coated.
Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish and preheat your oven's broiler on high.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the macaroni and cheese.
Place the baking dish under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy. Watch closely to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and let the macaroni and cheese cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Marvelous Macaroni and Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 218.7 g | 280% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.0 g | 560% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4742 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 447.0 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.0 g | ||
| Protein | 139.1 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.7 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 2286 mg | 176% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 1287 mg | 27% | |
*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.
