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Baked Macaroni and Cheese

This classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe is easy to make & topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs. It's a kid favorite but sophisticated enough for adults!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 598 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter plus more for buttering pan
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • parsley for serving

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter an 8 x 11-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain, rinse and set aside to cool.
  3. In another large saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter, then add the flour to make the roux. Whisk the flour and butter until they are combined and golden, about 2 minutes.
  4. Slowly pour the milk, whisking as you pour. Add the Dijon mustard and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer, occasionally whisking until sauce is thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cheeses, then fold in the pasta. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs. Bake until the breadcrumbs are golden and the edges are bubbly, about 20-25 minutes.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 3-4 days in the fridge.
  • Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However here are some common substitutes that would work well in this recipe.
  • Use other types of shredded cheese in place of gruyere and cheddar if you'd prefer.
  • Instead of panko breadcrumbs, you can also use regular breadcrumbs

Nutrition Information

Calories 598kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 54g (18%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Cholesterol 90mg (30%) Sodium 387mg (16%) Potassium 346mg (10%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 890IU (18%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 698mg (70%) Iron 1.4mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 598

% Daily Value*

Calories 598kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 54g 18%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Cholesterol 90mg 30%
Sodium 387mg 16%
Potassium 346mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 890IU 18%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 698mg 70%
Iron 1.4mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.