Home Style Macaroni & Cheese Recipe
Make Home Style Macaroni & Cheese Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
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
- 2
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue to cook and whisk until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until smooth.
Combine and Bake
- 5
Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked elbow macaroni and the cheese sauce. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
- 6
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and melted butter until the mixture is well combined.
- 7
Assemble the Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumb topping evenly over the top.
- 8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.