The Very Best Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Name: The Very Best Macaroni And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter; 1 1/2 lbs elbow macaroni; 2 cups heavy cream; 2 cups milk; 1 small diced onion (1/2 cup); 4 minced garlic cloves; 1 cup flour; 5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 6 slices American cheese, broken; 2 cups grated parmesan cheese; salt & pepper; 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Servings: persons

1 cup butter
1 1/2 lbs elbow macaroni
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups milk
1 small diced onion (1/2 cup)
4 minced garlic cloves
1 cup flour
5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
6 slices American cheese, broken
2 cups grated parmesan cheese
salt & pepper
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F
2
Butter a 13x9 inch pan.
3
Cook macaroni until it is al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
4
In a small bowl, combine milk and cream.
5
In a pan on medium heat, melt only 1/2 pound butter.
6
Cook onions and garlic until clear, about 6 minutes.
7
Add flour and cook/stir for 3 minutes.
8
Add cream mixture and mix until smooth.
9
Boil, stirring occasionally, about 8-10 minutes.
10
Stir in 4 cups of Cheddar cheese, American cheese, and 1 cup of Parmesan cheese.
11
Stir until melted.
12
It will be thick and creamy --
13
Season with salt and pepper.
14
Stir sauce in pasta.
15
Pour in a 13x9 inch pan.
16
Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar, Parmesan and bread crumbs.
17
Bake uncovered, middle shelf for 20 minutes until bubbling and browned on top.

2121

kcal

Calories

169

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, 1 1/2 lbs elbow macaroni, 2 cups heavy cream, 2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, The Very Best Macaroni And 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.

The Very Best Macaroni And Cheese

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