Baked Mac and Cheese with Cheddar – Easy Creamy Recipe

If you haven’t tried this Mac and Cheese now its your chance. Make a 6 serving for $10.

Creamy baked mac and cheese with golden breadcrumb topping in a dish

Baked Mac and Cheese with Cheddar – Easy Creamy Recipe

A delicious baked mac and cheese recipe loaded with cheddar, mozzarella, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping. Quick and comforting!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 520 kcal

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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