Best Baked Macaroni and Cheese
User Reviews
4.3
57 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
492 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian-American Fussion
Best Baked Macaroni and Cheese
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Baked Macaroni and Cheese is the perfect choice when you want a hearty, soul-warming meal!
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Ingredients
- 5 cups cooked macaroni (approximately 2½-3 cups dry)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ tablespoon prepared mustard
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or firm mozzarella or gruyere)
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
TOPPING
- ¼ cup bread crumbs (or panko crumbs)
- 1½ tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped Italian parsley
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 400F (200C). Grease well a medium-sized baking pan 10 x 8 inches (26 x 20 cm) or use an oven safe skillet. At least 2 inches (4½cm) deep.
- In a large pot of salted boiling water cook the pasta until very al dente, drain well, but do not rinse.
- In a small bowl mix together the bread crumbs, 1½ tablespoons Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, set aside.
- In a large pot over low-medium heat, melt the butter, add the flour and salt, whisk well together, then add the mustard and the milk, whisk until smooth and thickened, then add the cheddar and Parmesan cheese, stir until almost completely melted, add the cooked macaroni and gently stir to combine, pour into prepared baking pan, top with the crumb mixture, bake until browned, approximately 25 minutes. Let sit 3-5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- I used sharp white cheddar cheese and it was delicious.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave. Add a splash of milk as needed to rehydrate pasta.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
492kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
48g
(16%)
Protein
21g
(42%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
67mg
(22%)
Sodium
555mg
(23%)
Potassium
228mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
733IU
(15%)
Vitamin C
0.02mg
(0%)
Calcium
433mg
(43%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 492 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 492kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 555mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 228mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 733IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 433mg | 43% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.3
57 reviews
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