Easy Mac And Cheese Recipe

Classic Homemade Mac and Cheese made with bite-size pasta, cheddar cheese, and a simple creamy sauce all baked to perfection in the oven. This recipe includes tips, tricks, and photos for making PERFECT baked mac and cheese.

This mac and cheese recipe has many similarities to another of my favorites; One Pan Baked Ziti. They are both creamy, and dreamy, comfort food that gets baked to cheesy, bubbly perfection in the oven.

Mac and Cheese:

Classic Homemade Mac and Cheese with a simple, creamy cheese sauce, baked to perfection in the oven.

Prep: 15min

Total: 30min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 559 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 33 g, Saturated Fat 20 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 693 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• ½ lb uncooked elbow macaroni (, about 1 ½ cups)
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 cup milk (, any kind)
• 3/4 cup half and half
• 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (*)

Instruction:

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees and lightly grease a square baking dish.
2. Cook the macaroni to al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Blend in the flour, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Slowly add the milk and half and half, stirring constantly, and cook over medium-low heat for a few minutes until the mixture is just barely thickened. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup shredded cheese, stirring just until melted.
5. Add the cooked macaroni noodles and toss to coat. Pour half or the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over the top. Add remaining pasta and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted on top.
7. Serve with your favorite vegetable or a side salad.

Easy 3-Ingredient Mac and Cheese Recipe (One Pot)

FAQ

How to make the easiest macaroni and cheese?

1. In a large pot, bring the milk to a boil.
2. Add the pasta and stir constantly until the pasta is cooked, about 10 minutes.
3. Turn off the heat, then add the cheddar. Stir until the cheese is melted and the pasta is evenly coated.
4. Enjoy!

What are the 3 best cheeses for mac and cheese?

• Cheddar. Cheddar is a staple for countless recipes. …
• Parmesan. Parmesan is a salty cheese with complex flavors. …
• Gruyere. Update your mac and cheese recipes to something more mature with Gruyere. …
• Brie. …
• Smoked Gouda. …
• Monterey Jack. …
• Fontina. …
• Sausage Mac and Cheese.

What are the best cheeses for homemade mac and cheese?

What can I add to homemade mac and cheese to give it more flavor?

1. Add extra cheese to your dish.
2. Mix in some hot sauce and chicken to make buffalo chicken mac n’ cheese.
3. Add in vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower and spinach.
4. Sprinkle some bacon bits or breadcrumbs on the top of your dish.
5. Add spices and fresh herbs to your dish.