Description
A creamy and cheesy mac and cheese recipe perfect for Friendsgiving gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, cooking for about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
- Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish and top with breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Feel free to mix in cooked bacon or vegetables for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg