Description
Classic baked mac and cheese recipe that is creamy and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth.
- Stir in cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
- Try adding cooked vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Substitute cheese with a dairy-free alternative if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: baked mac and cheese recipe