Easy & Creamy Mac & Cheese – A Crowd Favorite to Delight!
Easy & Creamy Mac & Cheese – a comforting dish filled with rich, velvety cheese perfect for any gathering.
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Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 500kcal
Equipment
- large pot
- Baking Dish
- whisk
- Grater
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 8 oz Macaroni Noodles Cavatappi can be a substitute.
For the Cheeses
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Freshly grated recommended.
- 2 cups Colby Jack Cheese Freshly grated recommended.
- 1 cup Gouda Cheese
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Freshly grated recommended.
For the Creamy Base
- 2 cups Heavy Cream Can substitute with evaporated milk.
- 4 Tbsp Salted Butter Infuses richness into the dish.
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Optional, enhances creaminess.
For Seasoning
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Chicken Bouillon Low-sodium recommended.
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Ground Mustard
- ½ tsp White Pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp Adobo Secret weapon for flavor.
Instructions
Directions
- Grate the cheeses and set aside any small chunks for texture.
- In a large pot, bring water, salt, and chicken bouillon to a boil. Cook macaroni until al dente, then drain.
- Melt the butter in the same pot over low heat until bubbly and lightly golden.
- Gradually whisk in heavy cream until smooth.
- Incorporate half of the grated cheese into the cream, followed by cream cheese and seasonings.
- Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce, mixing in reserved cheese chunks.
- Transfer half the mixture to a baking dish, layer with cheese sauce, and top with remaining macaroni and cheese.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for about 30 minutes until bubbly. Broil for 2 minutes for a golden finish.
Notes
This dish can be prepared a day in advance. Just assemble and store in the refrigerator; bake when ready.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 900mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 1mg