![]() ![]() How could creamy, cheesy pasta, usually finished with breadcrumbs on top, not be amazing? This recipe is the food memory I have with some added lusciousness and a little more flavor. We didn’t have homemade macaroni and cheese often either, but when we did, it was great. I assume she didn’t see the draw, and as a kid, I didn’t know if I was missing out or not. Instead, Mom was a frugal grocery shopper and didn’t purchase foods that were not necessary. In our family, we never had boxed macaroni & cheese. Sprinkle remaining 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Gruyere or 1/4 cup Pecorino Romano, and breadcrumbs over top. Stir macaroni into the reserved cheese sauce. ![]() I find that most food memories come from times derived while growing up. Transfer macaroni to a colander, rinse under cold running water, and drain well. And I’ll admit it: the box has its place. I know there will always be boxed macaroni & cheese and those who love it. And while baked macaroni & cheese is usually for adults, kids will love this too! A super flavorful baked macaroni & cheese recipe. If your mac and cheese is not getting a golden top in the oven, carefully place in the broiler for about a minute.This recipe for homemade macaroni & cheese is definitely not the same as the one from a box. It’s so much better! With a creamy texture and four different types of cheese, this is a simple and straightforward dish. Do not over bake to keep creamy consistency on the inside. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs and remaining 1/4 cup cheddar cheese on top.īake for 18-20 minutes, until top is golden. Evenly pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni and give a light stir to make sure macaroni are fully coated in cheese sauce. Pour elbow macaroni into an 8×8 baking dish. Stir until the cheese is completely melted. Turn the burner off and add 1-3/4 cups cheddar cheese and the cream cheese. Then, add salt, pepper, mustard and stir. Continue to stir the sauce until it begins to lightly simmer and thicken. Turn burner up to medium heat and slowly add the milk, about a half cup at a time. Add flour to the melted butter and stir until well incorporated and mixture thickens. Drain and set aside.įor the sauce: In a medium saucepan, add butter and melt over low heat. How to make creamy baked macaroni and cheese:Ĭook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. ![]()
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