Homemade Macaroni and Cheese: The Creamiest Comfort!

Homemade Macaroni and Cheese: The Creamiest Comfort!

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Craving seriously good macaroni and cheese homemade macaroni and cheese? This homemade baked mac & cheese recipe is ultra-creamy and cheesy, just like Nana…

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound (450g) elbow macaroni (or other short pasta shape)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil (optional, to prevent sticking)
  • Salt, for pasta water
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups (950ml) whole milk, warmed
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper (optional, for traditional flavor)
  • Salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces (225g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2 cups)
  • 4 ounces (115g) Gruyere cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)
  • 2 ounces (55g) Parmesan cheese, finely grated (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream (optional, for extra richness)
  • 1/2 cup (50g) panko breadcrumbs (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) melted butter (optional)

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