Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy homemade mac and cheese recipe. Perfectly cooked elbow macaroni is enveloped in a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar, ensuring every bite delivers satisfaction. Finished with a golden breadcrumb topping, this dish offers a delightful contrast of textures. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a cozy night in, this mac and cheese will warm your heart and keep you coming back for seconds. Easy to customize with your favorite add-ins, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain well.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour until smooth, then gradually add the milk while stirring until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until well coated.
- For the baked version, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg