Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Baked Mac And Cheese recipe. This gooey, cheesy delight is a nostalgic favorite, perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings. The rich flavors of sharp cheddar and Gruyere cheese meld together to create a creamy sauce that envelops perfectly cooked elbow pasta. With its customizable nature, you can easily adapt the recipe to include your favorite toppings or mix-ins, making it ideal for any occasion. Whether served as a main dish or side, this baked mac and cheese is sure to become a beloved staple at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2 1/2 cups half and half
- 4 cups medium sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 cups Gruyere cheese (shredded)
- Salt, black pepper, and paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and grease a 9×13" baking dish.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and toss with olive oil.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until sandy, then gradually add half-and-half and milk while stirring until thickened.
- Stir in spices and cheeses until smooth.
- Combine pasta with cheese sauce, pour half into the baking dish, layer with cheese, then top with remaining pasta mixture.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg