Ultimate Mac and Cheese
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Ultimate Mac and Cheese

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Dec 23, 2025

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Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

45 min

Servings

8 people

Calories

520 cal

Difficulty

easy

Creamy, ultra-cheesy, and topped with a crispy panko crust. This three-cheese baked mac is pure comfort food at its finest.

Nutrition Info

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Per serving (based on servings)

Nutrition Facts

320

8g

42g

14g

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Ingredients

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook macaroni until just al dente (about 1 minute less than package directions). Drain and set aside.

2

In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until lightly golden and nutty smelling.

3

Gradually whisk in milk, about 1/2 cup at a time, whisking out lumps before adding more. Cook, stirring often, until sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes.

4

Remove from heat. Stir in all cheeses (reserving 1/2 cup cheddar for topping), mustard, and paprika until completely smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

5

Fold pasta into cheese sauce. Transfer to a buttered 9x13 baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar and panko. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until golden and bubbling.

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