Description
Southern Baked Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy cheese sauce with perfectly cooked elbow macaroni, topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb layer. This dish evokes nostalgia with every bite, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, this mac and cheese will surely steal the show at your next meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth.
- Gradually add milk while whisking continuously until the mixture thickens. Stir in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Combine macaroni and cheese sauce in a large bowl; mix well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish. Top with panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg