Buffalo Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe

Name: Buffalo Mac 'n' Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound elbow macaroni; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the casserole dish; 1 yellow onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 1/2 cups half-and-half; 4 cups shredded Cheddar; 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese; 1 1/3 cups hot sauce; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 scallions, sliced on the bias

Servings: persons

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound elbow macaroni
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the casserole dish
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 1/2 cups half-and-half
4 cups shredded Cheddar
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 1/3 cups hot sauce
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 scallions, sliced on the bias

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Cook the macaroni until al dente, about 7 minutes; strain and set aside.
3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a large oval casserole dish.
4
Cook 2 tablespoons of the butter, the onions, celery and a pinch of salt in a large saute pan over medium heat until the onions and celery are soft but not brown, about 7 minutes.
5
Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large straight-sided skillet over medium heat.
6
Sprinkle the flour over the butter and cook for 1 minute.
7
Whisk in the half-and-half, bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes.
8
Remove the skillet from the heat, and stir in the Cheddar, Monterey Jack and blue cheese until melted.
9
Stir in the onion mixture, macaroni and hot sauce.
10
Taste and season with salt and pepper.
11
Pour the macaroni mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
12
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, pour into a small bowl and mix with the panko; sprinkle on top of the mac 'n' cheese.
13
Bake until bubbly and brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
14
Garnish with the scallions.

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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.

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: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 pound elbow macaroni, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the casserole dish, 1 yellow onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Buffalo Mac 'n' Cheese 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.

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Buffalo Mac 'n' Cheese

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