Baked Macaroni and Cheese

12 INGREDIENTS • 7 STEPS • 35MINS

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

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This Baked Macaroni and Cheese has a crisp outside and a creamy, cheesy center. The whole family will love this quick and easy meal!
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This Baked Macaroni and Cheese has a crisp outside and a creamy, cheesy center. The whole family will love this quick and easy meal!
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In the Kitchen with Jonny
Hello, I'm Jonny. I was born in New York City but I grew up in the Dominican Republic. Cooking and baking are my passion, and I share my favorite recipes for desserts and savory dishes.

35MINS

Total Time

$0.91

Cost Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings
6
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Elbow Macaroni
480 mL
Elbow Macaroni
Butter
90 mL
Whole Milk
540 mL
Whole Milk
Paprika
1/2 tsp
Garlic Powder
1 tsp
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
1/2 tsp
Onion Powder
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
225 g
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Salt
to taste

Nutrition Per Serving

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Calories
570
Fat
33.4 g
Protein
22.7 g
Carbs
46.7 g
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In the Kitchen with Jonny
Hello, I'm Jonny. I was born in New York City but I grew up in the Dominican Republic. Cooking and baking are my passion, and I share my favorite recipes for desserts and savory dishes.

Cooking Instructions

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step 1
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook Elbow Macaroni (480 mL) al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
step 1 Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook Elbow Macaroni (480 mL) al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
step 2
In a saucepan, melt Butter (4 Tbsp). Add All-Purpose Flour (4 Tbsp), whisking well. Add Whole Milk (540 mL), Garlic Powder (1 tsp), Onion Powder (1/2 tsp), and Paprika (1/2 tsp). Stir until the mixture thickens. Season with Salt (to taste), and Ground Black Pepper (to taste).
step 2 In a saucepan, melt Butter (4 Tbsp). Add All-Purpose Flour (4 Tbsp), whisking well. Add Whole Milk (540 mL), Garlic Powder (1 tsp), Onion Powder (1/2 tsp), and Paprika (1/2 tsp). Stir until the mixture thickens. Season with Salt (to taste), and Ground Black Pepper (to taste).
step 3
Add Sharp Cheddar Cheese (225 g) and Mozzarella Cheese (115 g), reserving a bit for topping. Turn the heat off and allow the cheese to melt, whisking throughout.
step 3 Add Sharp Cheddar Cheese (225 g) and Mozzarella Cheese (115 g), reserving a bit for topping. Turn the heat off and allow the cheese to melt, whisking throughout.
step 4
Add in cooked macaroni and mix in with sauce. Transfer to a baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top.
step 4 Add in cooked macaroni and mix in with sauce. Transfer to a baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top.
step 5
Mix together Panko Breadcrumbs (35 g) and melted Butter (2 Tbsp). Spread over top.
step 5 Mix together Panko Breadcrumbs (35 g) and melted Butter (2 Tbsp). Spread over top.
step 6
Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 20 minutes.
step 7
Serve and enjoy!
step 7 Serve and enjoy!
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