Homemade Baked Mac And Cheese Recipe

• servings: 6 servings
• active time: 15 minutes
• total time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb elbow macaroni

4 tbsp unsalted butter

4 tbsp all-purpose flour

4 cups whole milk

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional for topping)

2 tbsp melted butter (optional for topping)

Directions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens.

Stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses until fully melted and smooth. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

(Optional) In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the mac and cheese.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 450
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Total Sugars: 5g