Description
A creamy and indulgent mac and cheese recipe that is sure to impress with its rich flavors and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until fully melted and combined.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
- Transfer the mac and cheese to a greased baking dish.
- If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for a crunchy texture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Feel free to mix different types of cheese for a unique taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg