The Best Mac and Cheese Ever

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    1016 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

The Best Mac and Cheese Ever

Mac and cheese is a classic comfort food that combines tender pasta with a creamy, rich cheese sauce, often baked to golden perfection for a comforting and indulgent dish.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni or cavatappi
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 8 tablespoons butter divided, unsalted, 1 stick
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 12 ounces cheddar cheese grated (4 cups, extra sharp
  • 4 ounces gruyere cheese grated (1 cup
  • 4 oz swiss cheese grated (1 cup)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

  1. Boil macaroni in a large pot with well salted water.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cream, milk, and butter over low heat until butter is melted.
  3. Stir in flour and whisk until creamy smooth.
  4. Slowly stir in cheese, letting it melt in small batches as you add to mixture.
  5. When macaroni is al dente, drain water well and add to cheese sauce.
  6. Stir to evenly coat.
  7. Top with fresh grated pepper and parmesan cheese.
  8. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 1016kcal (51%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 77g (118%) Saturated Fat 47g (235%) Polyunsaturated Fat 25g (147%) Trans Fat 2g (100%) Cholesterol 231mg (77%) Sodium 603mg (25%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 7g (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1016 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 1016kcal 51%
Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 77g 118%
Saturated Fat 47g 235%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25g 147%
Trans Fat 2g 100%
Cholesterol 231mg 77%
Sodium 603mg 25%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 7g 14%

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

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