Mac and Cheese recipe served on a plate, by Baobab Fare
Jul 14 2026
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Mac And Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Baobab Fare
Time40m
Serves4

Creamy mac and cheese made with three types of cheese.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Cheese Sauce

Topping (optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Cheese Sauce

  1. 2

    Make the Roux

    In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until bubbling but not browned.

  2. 3

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk, making sure to smooth out any lumps. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to simmer.

  3. 4

    Add Cheeses

    Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheeses until completely melted and smooth.

  4. 5

    Season the Sauce

    Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and mustard powder to the cheese sauce, stirring to combine.

  5. 6

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until the pasta is well coated.

Optional Topping

  1. 7

    Prepare the Topping

    In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter until well combined. Sprinkle the mixture over the mac and cheese if desired.

  2. 8

    Bake (Optional)

    Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.

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