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Aug 04 2026

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Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: The Henrys Mac & Cheese Recipe
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups Elbow macaroni; 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 cups Milk; 4 tablespoons Butter; 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Black pepper; 0.5 teaspoon Paprika; 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder; 0.5 cup Bread crumbs

Inspired by The Henry

Time50m

Serves4

Indulge in our creamy Mac & Cheese, where al dente pasta meets a velvety blend of rich cheeses, baked to golden perfection. Topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust, each bite delivers a comforting warmth that melts in your mouth. A timeless classic that brings nostalgia and satisfaction with every forkful!

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups Elbow macaroni

2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded

2 cups Milk

4 tablespoons Butter

2 tablespoons 00 bread flour

1 teaspoon Celtic sea salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon Watkins paprika

1/2 teaspoon Watkins garlic powder

1/2 cup Bread crumbs

Method

Cooking Instructions

Cook the Pasta

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Make the Cheese Sauce

In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until bubbly. Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Add Cheese and Seasonings

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Then add salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.

Combine Pasta and Sauce

Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring until the pasta is evenly coated.

Prepare for Baking

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the bread crumbs on top.

Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Serve

Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade mac & cheese!

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