Homestyle Baked Macaroni and Cheese
This baked mac and cheese recipe is the cheesiest!
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8 servings
- 2 cups small (dry) elbow macaroni ((or another small pasta))
- ¼ cup (½ stick) salted butter
- 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese, (at room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, (to taste)
- 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 20 Ritz crackers (or another buttery cracker), (crushed)
- 4 slices cooked, crispy bacon, (chopped)
- 1 heaping tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
Steps
Cook the macaroni using package directions; drain.
Preheat the oven to 400℉. Place a rack on the lower-third rung in your oven. Spray 2½- quart baking dish with cooking spray.
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour. Cook until smooth and bubbly, stirring constantly. Whisk in the milk, cream cheese, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly. Stir in the cooked pasta and cheddar cheese.
Spoon the cheesy macaroni into the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix the topping ingredients. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the top of the cheesy macaroni. Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts
Macronutrients
Calories507
Source: RecipeGirl
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