Description
Easy Baked Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender elbow macaroni with a rich, creamy cheese sauce and a crispy breadcrumb topping. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from cozy nights in to festive gatherings. With its warm, cheesy allure, every bite feels like a comforting embrace, making it a beloved favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour until smooth, then gradually add milk, stirring until thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce; season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg