"If you’re looking for a creamy mac & cheese recipe that satisfies and impresses your taste buds, then look no further. This is the most perfect recipe you can find. A combination of spice and creamy cheese sauce with a touch of fresh chives combine to create flavors you’ll want to eat again and again. The secret to this elevated comfort food is the three types of cheese that were used, which creates a balance of flavor."
The Best Homemade Mac & Cheese
0
- ★★
- ★★
- ★★
- ★★
- ★★
Jump to Section
- Recipe Card
Prep time: 20mins
Cook time: 30mins
Serves or Makes: 12
Recipe Card
ingredients
- 17 ounce elbow macaroni
- 3 tsp olive oil
- 1 ounce unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 cups cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese
- 2 cups toasted panko crumbs
- 3 tabelspoons melted butter
- 3 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp finely chopped chives
- 1 tsp grated nutmeg
- salt and pepper to taste
Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2
Lightly grease the baking dish and set aside.
Step 3
Combine grated cheddar and Gruyere in a large bowl.
Step 4
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and let it cool
Step 5
Create a roux by cooking equal parts of butter and all-purpose flour.
Step 6
Cook until it forms into a thick yellowish paste.
Step 7
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream until nice and smooth.
Step 8
Continue whisking until it thickens.
Step 9
Add grated nutmeg and lightly season with salt and pepper.
Step 10
Stir in the combined cheese and finely chopped chives; whisk until it thickens.
Step 11
Pour the cooled pasta and mix until fully coated.
Step 12
Pour half of the mac and cheese into the prepared baking dish.
Step 13
Top with 2 cups of grated parmesan.
Step 14
Pour the remaining mac & cheese.
Step 15
Combine panko crumbs, garlic powder, remaining parmesan cheese, melted butter, and paprika in a small bowl.
Step 16
Sprinkle over the top, bake for 30 minutes.
Step 17
Serve immediately.