Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese Casserole
Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese Casserole is a comforting dish with tender pasta and a homemade cheese sauce.
Equipment
- large pot
- large saucepan
- whisk
- Casserole Dish
- bowl
Ingredients
Pasta
- 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
Homemade Cheese Sauce
- 4 tablespoon salted butter melted
- 3 tablespoon all purpose flour
- 3.5 cups half & half
- 2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Crunchy Breadcrumb Topping
- 0.5 cup Italian panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoon salted butter melted
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Sprinkle in flour and whisk until well-combined.
- Pour half & half into the saucepan and whisk until smooth.
- Let the mixture simmer until it thickens, then reduce to medium-low heat.
- Add 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar and mix until incorporated.
- Stir in seasoning salt and black pepper.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until well coated.
- Prepare a baking dish and layer the macaroni with the remaining cheese.
- Combine melted butter with panko bread crumbs, then sprinkle on top.
- Bake uncovered at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Under-cook the pasta slightly for best results. Layering is crucial for creaminess. Let casserole cool before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg
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