The "best" Macaroni & Cheese Recipe

Name: The "best" Macaroni & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb radiatore or 1 lb fusilli; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup fresh breadcrumb (2 slices white bread); 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; 3 ½ cups milk; ¼ cup flour; ½ teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon prepared mustard; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 lb radiatore or 1 lb fusilli
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup fresh breadcrumb (2 slices white bread)
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
3 ½ cups milk
¼ cup flour
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Use additional butter to grease a shallow 3 quart baking dish.
3
Cook pasta until al dente.
4
Drain, rinse with cold water.
5
Melt butter in large saucepan.
6
Cook bread crumbs over medium heat until golden.
7
Place in bowl.
8
Clean saucepan.
9
Add milk, flour, and garlic.
10
whisk until blended.
11
Place over medium high heat and bring to a boil, whisking often.
12
Reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes.
13
Remove from heat.
14
Stir in remaining cheese, mustard, and salt.
15
Stir until cheese is melted.
16
Mix pasta into sauce (you may have to do this step in a large bowl).
17
Pour pasta mixture into baking dish.
18
Sprinkle top with crumbs.
19
Bake 30 minutes or until top is lightly browned and bubbly.

465

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb radiatore or 1 lb fusilli, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 cup fresh breadcrumb (2 slices white bread), 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated, and more.

Yes, The "best" Macaroni & Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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