Skillet Baked Mac ‘n Cheese Recipe
house made mac ‘n cheese baked gratinée
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until bubbly. Gradually whisk in the milk, bringing it to a simmer. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens.
- 3
Add the Cheese
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cheddar and Gruyère cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 4
Combine Macaroni and Sauce
Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce, ensuring all the pasta is well-coated.
- 5
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture back to the skillet or a baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- 6
Bake
Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- 7
Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your skillet baked mac 'n cheese!
