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Classic Baked Mac and Cheese

This classic baked mac and cheese is rich, creamy, and topped with a golden crust, making it the ultimate comfort food recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

Mac and Cheese

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk warm
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 tsp paprika optional

Instructions
 

  • Cook macaroni according to package instructions and drain.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
  • Stir in cheeses until melted, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine sauce with pasta, transfer to baking dish, and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.

Notes

For extra crunch, top with buttered breadcrumbs before baking.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 22gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 310mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 900IUCalcium: 420mgIron: 1.8mg
Keyword comfort food
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