Creamy Mac And Cheese
Indulge in this creamy mac and cheese recipe featuring a rich cheese sauce and al dente pasta, perfect for family dinners.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour, garlic powder, and onion powder; cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream until smooth.
- Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
- Add cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce; mix well.
- Pour the mac and cheese into a greased baking dish.
- Optional: sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for added crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 2g