Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe
This baked mac and cheese recipe is a family favorite! Cheesy, creamy, and perfectly bubbly, it’s comfort food at its finest and always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add cheddar and Gruyere cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Stir in cooked macaroni.
- Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Sprinkle over the macaroni and cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For an extra crispy topping, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
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