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Delicious baked macaroni and cheese casserole topped with crispy breadcrumbs.

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

A comforting classic, this baked macaroni and cheese features a creamy cheese sauce enveloping tender pasta, topped with crispy breadcrumbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups macaroni pasta Cooked until al dente
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese Grated
  • 2 cups milk Whole milk preferred
  • 2 tablespoons butter For making the cheese sauce
  • 2 tablespoons flour For thickening the cheese sauce
  • 1 cup bread crumbs For topping
  • 1 teaspoon salt To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper To taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
Make the Cheese Sauce
  1. In a pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  2. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
Combine and Bake
  1. Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Transfer to a baking dish and top with bread crumbs.
  3. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Notes

Feel free to mix different types of cheese for a more complex flavor. For extra crunch, broil the dish for the last few minutes of baking.
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