Description
Easy Baked Macaroni and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy cheddar cheese with tender elbow macaroni, all topped with a golden breadcrumb crust. This delightful dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, offering a nostalgic taste that warms the heart and satisfies the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook elbow macaroni until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour until smooth, then gradually add milk while stirring until thickened.
- Stir in cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce in a greased baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 65mg