Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSmoke Bourbon and BBQMac And Cheese Recipe

Mac And Cheese Recipe

Time1h
Serves8

Creamy mac and cheese topped with breadcrumbs.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Breadcrumb Topping

Method

Pasta Cooking

  1. 1

    Cook the Elbow Macaroni

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

Cheese Sauce Preparation

  1. 2

    Make the Roux

    In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly until it forms a paste (roux).

  2. 3

    Add Milk

    Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook while stirring until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble.

  3. 4

    Incorporate Cheese

    Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Stir until completely melted and smooth.

  4. 5

    Season the Sauce

    Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the cheese sauce. Mix well to combine.

Combine and Bake

  1. 6

    Combine Pasta with Sauce

    Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is fully coated.

  2. 7

    Prepare Breadcrumb Topping

    In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.

  3. 8

    Assemble in Baking Dish

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top.

  4. 9

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

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