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best darn mac & cheese ~ so good!

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Cassie *
@1lovetocook1x
Somewhere, PA

This is the best Macaroni & Cheese we've ever eaten...ones in the past that I've had, have been gritty, once the cheese starts cooling...not this one, it stays creamy, until your last bite...such a great comfort food...good luck trying not to go back for seconds...it's that good! Enjoy!

(1 rating)
yield 4 - 6
prep time 20 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For best darn mac & cheese ~ so good!

  • 8 oz
    cooked macaroni, al dente
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter
  • 3/4 - 1 c
    panko bread crumbs
  • 4 Tbsp
    butter
  • 4 Tbsp
    flour
  • 2 c
    milk
  • 1/2 tsp
    each, kosher salt & black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp
    + 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 2 c
    fresh shredded ~ cabot extra sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 c
    shredded, parmesan cheese
  • dried
    parsley
  • red
    pepper flakes, optional ( a pinch )

How To Make best darn mac & cheese ~ so good!

  • 1
    Cook macaroni, al dente - drain & rinse. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Spray a 2 quart casserole with non stick cooking spray or grease. In a small skillet, over medium heat - melt butter. Add pankos and stir until coated evenly.
  • 2
    In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat, making sure not to burn. Whisk in the flour and continue cooking for 1 minute.
  • 3
    Whisk in the milk, stirring continually, until thickened.
  • 4
    Remove from heat and add the mustard, salt, pepper, cheeses, red pepper flakes, and stir until the cheese is melted.
  • 5
    Pour in the well drained macaroni and stir to combine.
  • 6
    Pour into prepared casserole dish and sprinkle with prepared Panko's. Sprinkle with parsley.
  • 7
    Place in oven and bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until good and bubbly and panko's are golden. Serve immediately! This is one delicious Mac & cheese, the cheese doesn't get gritty, stays nice and creamy.
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