SIMPLE AND DELICIOUS MAC 'N' CHEESE

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I've been working on a good mac and cheese recipe for a while and I'm pretty sure this is the best I've ever made. I use cavatappi pasta, but you can use any shape you have on hand. It's really easy and a great winter super... Enjoy!!

Provided by coffy_bean

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) box cavatappi pasta, if you use a smaller pasta, use 3/4 of the box
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 cups milk, i recommend measuring it out and letting it warm up on the counter for a few minutes so it doesn't s
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup butter, half a stick, preferably softened but not necessary
pepper
breadcrumbs (optional)

Steps:

  • cook pasta according to box directions and preheat oven to 350.
  • while pasta is cooking, melt butter in a medium sauté pan. once melted stir in flour and pepper.
  • whisk flour until incorporated and bubbling.
  • slowly add milk. stir often until milk begins to thicken and bubbles form.
  • turn off heat and add 1/4 cup of parmesan and 1 1/2 cups of the cheddar cheese. whisk until combined.
  • gently fold in cooked pasta and transfer to a baking dish, i typically use an 8x8 casserole.
  • top with reserved parm and cheddar cheeses and dust lightly with bread crumbs.
  • bake until lightly toasted on top.

The Diy Club with Nancy
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Quite good. I'll admit to changing it up a little by adding bread crumbs and Italian seasoning. Also used a combo of sharp cheddar and mozzarella. Baked uncovered for 20 minutes and the top was starting to get crispy. Very satisfying!


Mr Ad
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This is a family favorite! My kids love elbows, so I sub that in for the shells sometimes too! So easy and yummy!


Blue Panda3
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I wanted to make a mac n cheese that had less sodium than most recipes I've seen. This one did the trick. The sauce is cheesy without being overbearing, and the pasta is still a delicious comfort food.


Md Najin Uddin
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Made this last night. So easy to make, the hardest part was grating the cheese! Overall, the dish was great. The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy. The pasta was cooked al dente as I like. Will definitely make it again!


Gazmir Duka
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a favorite. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that you can add different ingredients to customize it to your liking.


Yosselin Perez
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The mac n' cheese is always a hit with my kids. I like to add some chopped bacon to the sauce for extra flavor.


Gena Kemal
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times for my friends and family and they all love it. I highly recommend it!


Joleen Goff
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I made this recipe for my family last night and it was a huge hit! The mac n' cheese was creamy, cheesy, and delicious. The pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Julius Binoloc
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This is the best mac n' cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that it's so easy to make, too. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Muhammed Dukureh
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I was looking for a simple mac n' cheese recipe and this one fit the bill. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. The cheese sauce is creamy and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Hussnain King
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This recipe is a winner! The mac n' cheese is creamy, cheesy, and delicious. I love that it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Aamir Qasim
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a favorite. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that you can add different ingredients to customize it to your liking.


Oliver Taylor
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The mac n' cheese is always a hit with my kids. I like to add some chopped broccoli to the sauce for extra nutrition.


Faizan Rashid
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times for my family and they always love it. I highly recommend it!


NEXXR GAMING
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The mac n' cheese turned out amazing. The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Nadia Khan
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This is the best mac n' cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The cheese sauce is so smooth and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


itiswell withyou
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. The sauce is creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked just right. I highly recommend it!


Omolemo Makhanya
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This mac n' cheese recipe is a classic for a reason! It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. I love that you can add different ingredients to customize it to your liking, like bacon, broccoli, or jalapeños.