The Ultimate Mac and Cheese Casserole
A cozy and creamy mac and cheese casserole that brings comfort and warmth to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz elbow macaroni, cooked
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, about 7–8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Make the cheese sauce by melting butter in a saucepan, then whisk in flour to create a roux. Cook for about 2 minutes and slowly whisk in milk until thickened.
- Add the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, mixing until well coated.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and press down gently.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve and enjoy after letting it sit for 5 minutes.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with mix-ins like vegetables or meats to add your personal touch to this dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: mac and cheese, comfort food, casserole dish, family recipe, cheesy pasta