Homemade Mac and Cheese

Sharp Cheddar and Parmesan cheese combine for this extra creamy mac 'n' cheese recipe. Just 20 minutes to prep and 30 to bake.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 845 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup butter
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cups milk
• 2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• ½ cup bread crumbs
• 8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1 pinch paprika

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain.

Step 3

Melt butter in a medium skillet over low heat. Gradually add flour, whisking until well combined. Slowly pour in milk, whisking constantly until smooth. Stir in cheeses, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce is a little thick. Put macaroni in large casserole dish, and pour sauce over macaroni. Stir well.

Step 4

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and brown. Spread over the macaroni and cheese to cover. Sprinkle with a little paprika.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Serve.