Description
Indulge in the rich creamy goodness of Three-Cheese Baked Macaroni, a comforting dish featuring cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this cheesy delight promises to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly add milk, whisking until smooth, then cook until thickened.
- Add cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese to the sauce, mixing until melted.
- Combine the cheese sauce with macaroni in a large bowl, mixing well.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, topping with additional cheese and breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly, then let cool before serving.
Notes
- To store leftovers, place in an airtight container once cooled; refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through; can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Experiment with different cheeses like Gouda or Monterey Jack for unique flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg