Baked Mac – N – Cheese Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce
- 2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate the Cheese
Reduce heat to low and add 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and 4 ounces of softened cream cheese. Stir until the cheeses are completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 5
Combine and Bake
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked elbow macaroni with the cheese sauce. Mix until the pasta is evenly coated.
- 7
Prepare the Topping
In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup of bread crumbs, 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter until well combined.
- 8
Assemble and Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.