Description
Creamy, rich, and utterly comforting, this white cheddar mac and cheese is the ultimate feel-good dish. Each bite features perfectly cooked elbow macaroni enveloped in a luscious white cheddar sauce that brings warmth and nostalgia. Ideal for cozy nights or festive gatherings, this recipe is simple to prepare and allows for endless customization.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups white cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour to create a roux for about one minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk until the mixture thickens (about five minutes), then stir in the grated white cheddar until melted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, stirring well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and broil at 500?F for 3?5 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve hot for maximum cheesiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg