Description
A simple and hearty macaroni bake with a creamy cheese sauce and crispy breadcrumb topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in flour to make a roux.
- Gradually add milk, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Add shredded cheese and stir until melted.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a creamier sauce.
- Add cooked bacon or vegetables for extra flavor.
- Cover with foil if the top browns too quickly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: macaroni bake, cheesy pasta, baked mac and cheese