Description
A warm and golden dish of creamy baked macaroni and cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain well and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Keep stirring until the cheese is completely melted and incorporated.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce in a large bowl, mixing until every piece of pasta is well coated.
- Pour the creamy mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with breadcrumbs to create a deliciously crisp crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy the cozy warmth with family and friends!
Notes
Make ahead by assembling a day in advance and keeping in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg