White Cheddar Mac and Cheese
White Cheddar Mac and Cheese is your go-to comfort food, offering a harmonious blend of creamy white cheddar cheese sauce enveloping perfectly cooked elbow macaroni. Topped with a crunchy breadcrumb crust, this dish is both indulgent and nostalgic, bringing warmth to any table. Whether for a cozy family dinner or festive gatherings, this recipe is easily customizable to suit every palate. Get ready to savor every cheesy bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, add elbow macaroni, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Make the roux: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour until smooth, cooking for about 2 minutes.
- 3. Create the cheese sauce: Gradually add milk to the roux, whisking until thickened (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic powder, salt, pepper, and white cheddar until melted.
- 4. Combine pasta and sauce: Mix the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- 5. Prepare for baking: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mac and cheese to a greased baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
- 6. Bake: Cook for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 635mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, incorporate cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables like broccoli. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days; reheat with a splash of milk for creaminess.