Cast Iron Mac & Cheese Recipe
Indulge in our Cast Iron Mac & Cheese, featuring creamy, rich cheeses baked to perfection in a sizzling cast iron skillet for a crispy, golden top and a gooey, comforting interior.
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Ingredients
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Mac & Cheese Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Milk and Cheese
Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the mixture thickens. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika until smooth.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well to coat all the pasta.
- 5
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Sprinkle the bread crumbs over the top of the macaroni and cheese mixture in the skillet.
- 6
Bake
Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
- 7
Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cast iron mac & cheese!