Description
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Recipes:
Ultimate Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Ingredients:
For the Pasta:
1 lb (450g) elbow macaroni
For the Cheese Sauce:
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
For Topping:
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni until al dente, as per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Cheese Sauce:
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
Gradually add milk and cream, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer.
Add Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Reduce heat and gradually add shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and Gruyère. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Combine and Assemble:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Mix cooked pasta with the cheese sauce until fully coated. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Top with the additional cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
Bake:
Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Serve and Enjoy:
Let the mac and cheese sit for 5 minutes before serving. Dive into this cheesy, creamy masterpiece!
This baked macaroni and cheese is the ultimate comfort food with its gooey, rich cheese sauce and perfectly baked crust.
