The Ultimate Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe (So Creamy & Cheesy!)

The Ultimate Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe (So Creamy & Cheesy!)

Craving a truly delicious homemade mac and cheese? Look no further! This isn’t just a recipe—it’s your ultimate guide to making the best baked mac and cheese from scratch. I’ll show you how to get that perfectly golden, bubbly crust and a rich, velvety cheese sauce that never gets grainy.
​This creamy and cheesy macaroni and cheese is the ultimate comfort food. It’s perfect for a family dinner, a holiday side dish, or just when you need something warm and delicious. This step-by-step cooking tutorial is easy enough for beginners, but the results will impress everyone.
​In this video, you’ll learn:
​How to make a rich and creamy cheese sauce.
​My secret for a perfectly baked, golden top.
​The best cheese combination for a rich flavor.
​Tips to get that perfect cheese pull!
​If you’ve been searching for a reliable mac and cheese recipe, this is the only one you’ll ever need.

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Have you ever had that one dish that disappears from the table before you even sit down? Well, for me, this is the one. My quick, cheesy, absolutely foolproof mac and cheese. Every single time I make it, my kids attack it like it’s their first meal of the week. So, let’s dive in. I’m starting with half a packet, about 225 g of large elbow pasta. Boil it until it’s perfectly al dente because trust me, no one likes mushy macaroni. Drain it, set it aside, and now the magic begins. In the same pot, I melt two big tablespoons of butter. Stir in 2 Tbsp of flour and cook until it smells toasty and fragrant. This is the base of our silky sauce. [Music] Next goes in one cup of full cream milk and 1 cup of evaporated milk. You can stick to regular whole milk, but this little combo game changer. [Music] Add about 3/4 of a cup of water to keep it smooth and creamy. Seasoning time. 1 teaspoon paprika for a gentle kick. 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and of course, salt to taste. Give it a whisk and watch that sauce turn into a glossy dream. And here comes my guilty pleasure, a spoonful of cream cheese. Totally optional, but oh, does it make the sauce luxuriously rich. Now for the stars of the show, one slice of cheddar cheese and half a cup of shredded mozzarella. Stir until it’s all melted and stringy. And that’s when I can never resist sneaking a taste. In goes the pasta. And just look at those mozzarella strings. Pure happiness on a spoon. Transfer everything into a baking dish. [Music] Top it with more cheddar slices, extra mozzarella, or honestly any cheese you love. Bake it in a preheated oven at 230° C for 10 minutes until the top turns golden and crispy. And there it is, the most irresistible bubbling mac and cheese you’ll ever meet. Serve it hot. Watch your family race for their share. And don’t forget to tell me in the comments how yours turned out. And hey, if you’re new here, hit that subscribe button because I’ve got more quick and mouthwatering recipes coming your way. Until then, take care and happy cooking.