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Mac & Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Root & Bone - Indianapolis
Time40m
Serves6

Creamy mac and cheese topped with a crunchy breadcrumb topping.

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Ingredients

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Mac & Cheese Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

1

Cook the Pasta

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2

Make the Cheese Sauce

In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute until golden. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

3

Add Cheeses

Remove the pot from heat and add cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

4

Combine Pasta and Sauce

Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring to coat evenly.

5

Prepare Breadcrumb Topping

In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs with grated parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture over the mac and cheese.

6

Bake

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

7

Serve

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your creamy mac and cheese!