Description
Indulge in this creamy, cheesy delight topped with a crunchy panko crust, perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp mustard powder
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth to create a roux. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened.
- 3. Combine Cheeses and Seasonings: Remove from heat; stir in half of the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, mustard powder, salt, and pepper until melted.
- 4. Mix Pasta with Sauce: Gently fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese mixture until well-coated.
- 5. Prepare for Baking: Transfer the macaroni to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheddar on top followed by panko breadcrumbs.
- 6. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for about 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg