Baked Mac & Cheese For Two Recipe

Name: Baked Mac & Cheese For Two
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup Pasta of your choice (I used shells); 2 tbsp Butter; 2 tbsp All purpose flour; 1/2 tsp Salt; 2 pinch Black pepper; 1/4 tsp Onion powder; 1 cup Heavy cream; 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese, add more if needed (I used a 3 cheese blend); 1/4 tsp Ground mustard; 2 dash Worcestershire sauce; 2 tbsp Italian panko breadcrumbs; 2 tbsp Shredded cheese; 1 Red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cup Pasta of your choice (I used shells)
2 tbsp Butter
2 tbsp All purpose flour
1/2 tsp Salt
2 pinch Black pepper
1/4 tsp Onion powder
1 cup Heavy cream
1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese, add more if needed (I used a 3 cheese blend)
1/4 tsp Ground mustard
2 dash Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp Italian panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp Shredded cheese
1 Red pepper flakes

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
I used two 12 oz ramekins but any comparable bowl will work.
3
Boil water in small pot, add pasta, boil until cooked but still somewhat firm to the bite.
4
Drain and reserve.
5
In the same pot, melt butter over medium high heat.
6
Stir in flour, salt, pepper, onion powder, and cream and whisk until smooth.
7
Heat, stirring constantly for about two mins until mix starts to thicken.
8
Reduce heat to low and add cheese, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and red pepper flakes (if desired).
9
Add cheese in small batches until you reach your desired consistency.
10
Add pasta to mix.
11
Spoon pasta mixture into ramekins.
12
Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and shredded cheese on top of each ramekin.
13
Bake for about 10-20 minutes or until top is melted and browned.
14
I bake mine about 20 mins because I like a crunchy crust.
15
Let cool for 10 mins before serving, filling will be hot.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cup Pasta of your choice (I used shells), 2 tbsp Butter, 2 tbsp All purpose flour, 1/2 tsp Salt, and more.

Yes, Baked Mac & Cheese For Two falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Mac & Cheese For Two

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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