If you haven’t tried this Mac and Cheese now its your chance. Make a 6 serving for $10. This baked mac and cheese with cheddar is creamy, rich, and topped with a perfectly golden crust. It’s an easy comfort food recipe made with simple ingredients and no complicated steps — perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Baked Mac and Cheese with Cheddar – Easy Creamy Recipe
Ingredients
- 500 g pasta elbow shape
- olive oil
- 4 cup cheddar
- 2 cup mozarella
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup flour
- 4 cup milk
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Crust
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- italian parsley
Instructions
- Cook the pasta as per instructions, drain and mix with some olive oil. Set aside.
- In a bowl mix the 2 cheeses together and set aside a 1/3 of it for the topping.
- In a large pot melt the butter until golden.
- Add and cook the flour for a few minutes.
- Add half of the milk mix, bringing to a simmer.
- Add the last 2 cups of milk, salt, pepper and paprika.
- Cook until it thickens.
- Turn off the heat and add the cheese.
- Mix well then add the cooked pasta.
- Mix to coat all the past.
- Transfer to a large baking dish.
- Top it with the reserve cheese. Set aside.
- In a pan melt 1/2 cup of butter cook until golden.
- Add the breadcrumbs and cook for a few minutes.
- Add some chopped parsley.
- Cover the cheese pasta with the breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes 180C | 356F then broil for 2-3 minutes until golden.
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Why you’ll love this baked mac and cheese
– Creamy and smooth cheese sauce that doesn’t dry out
– Golden baked topping for the perfect texture contrast
– Simple ingredients you likely already have at home
– Easy to make ahead and bake when needed
Tips from the Kitchen
- Cook the pasta just until al dente — it will continue cooking in the oven
- Use freshly grated cheddar for a smoother sauce (pre-shredded can be grainy)
- Don’t overbake, or the sauce may dry out
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving so it thickens properly
Give your own twist
- Add crispy bacon or ham for extra flavour
- Mix different cheeses like mozzarella or parmesan
- Add a pinch of paprika or chili flakes for a bit of heat
- Stir in broccoli or spinach for a veggie version
Faqs
You asked, We answered.
Can I make baked mac and cheese ahead of time?
Yes, assemble everything and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.Yes, assemble everything and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.
Can I freeze mac and cheese?
Yes, but for best texture freeze before baking and cook fresh.
Why is my cheese sauce grainy?
This usually happens when using pre-shredded cheese or overheating the sauce..
How do I keep mac and cheese creamy?
Avoid overbaking and use enough sauce to coat all the pasta well.
