Ultimate Creamy Baked Mac & Cheese 🧀

Baked Macaroni & Cheese 🧀

Description: This baked macaroni and cheese recipe is a crowd-pleaser, especially for kids! It’s irresistibly cheesy, smooth, and creamy. Plus, it’s versatile enough to handle any leftovers – simply add more milk to reheat and enjoy!

• Servings: 12
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Calories: 873 per serving
• Fat Content: 42g
• Saturated Fat Content: 16.7g
• Cholesterol Content: 66.4mg
• Sodium Content: 1496.1mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 91.2g
• Fiber Content: 3.4g
• Sugar Content: 9.3g
• Protein Content: 31.9g

Ingredients:

• 6 tablespoons margarine
• 6 tablespoons flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 8 cups milk
• 2 cups macaroni
• 1/2 pound American cheese, grated or cubed
• 1/2 pound cheddar cheese, grated or cubed
• 2 teaspoons dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions:

1. Prepare White Sauce:

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   • In a medium saucepan, melt the margarine over medium heat.
   • Stir in salt and flour, cooking until bubbly.
   • Gradually add one cup of milk to the flour mixture, whisking until smooth.
   • Slowly whisk in the remaining milk, one cup at a time, and cook until the sauce thickens slightly and bubbles.

2. Combine Ingredients:

   • Spread the cooked macaroni evenly in a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
   • Add the grated or cubed American and cheddar cheese to the hot white sauce, placing it over hot water until the cheese melts. Stir until smooth.
   • Mix in the salt, black pepper, and dry mustard into the cheese sauce.

3. Assemble and Bake:

   • Pour the cheese sauce over the cooked macaroni in the baking pan.
   • Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese.
   • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Once baked to perfection, remove the baked macaroni and cheese from the oven.
   • Allow it to cool slightly before serving, then dish it up and enjoy the cheesy goodness!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 873
• Total Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 16.7g
• Cholesterol: 66.4mg
• Sodium: 1496.1mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 91.2g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.4g
  • Sugar: 9.3g
• Protein: 31.9g

This baked macaroni and cheese recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight family dinner or a potluck gathering with friends. With its creamy texture and rich flavor, it’s sure to be a hit every time!