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Macaroni Grill Mac N Cheese Recipe

Macaroni Grill Mac N Cheese Recipe

Make creamy Macaroni Grill Mac N Cheese Recipe at home with simple ingredients, rich cheese sauce, and easy step-by-step instructions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups elbow macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large cooking pot
  • Colander
  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Baking dish
  • Cheese grater
  • Oven

Method
 

Step 1: Boil the Pasta
  1. Bring salted water to a boil, cook macaroni until tender but firm, then drain completely while reserving a little pasta water.
    Step 1 Boil the Pasta
Step 2: Build the Roux
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour carefully, and cook briefly until smooth, fragrant, and lightly golden.
    Step 2 Build the Roux
Step 3: Create the Cream Sauce
  1. Slowly pour milk and cream into the roux, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens into a silky texture.
    Step 3 Create the Cream Sauce
Step 4: Melt the Cheese
  1. Add cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, and cream cheese gradually, stirring until fully melted and beautifully creamy.
    Step 4 Melt the Cheese
Step 5: Season and Combine
  1. Mix seasonings into the cheese sauce, then fold in cooked pasta until every piece becomes coated.
Step 6: Bake Until Golden
  1. Transfer everything into a baking dish, sprinkle breadcrumbs, and bake until bubbly, golden, and irresistible.
    Step 5 Season and Combine

Notes

Freshly shredded cheese creates the smoothest, richest sauce for the best homemade results.