Description
A creamy, smoky delight that pairs gooey cheese with tender pasta, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights.
Ingredients
- Elbow macaroni
- Smoked cheddar cheese
- Heavy cream
- Unsalted butter
- Whole milk
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Garlic powder
- Mustard powder
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente; drain.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then stir in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in heavy cream and milk until thickened.
- Stir in smoked cheddar and Parmesan until fully melted.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, adding garlic powder, mustard powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg