Here’s a rich, creamy, and comforting recipe for Good Ole Fashion Mac and Cheese — the kind that’s baked golden on top, creamy inside, and full of old-school cheesy goodness.
Good Ole Fashion Mac and Cheese
Classic Southern-style baked macaroni and cheese with a creamy béchamel sauce, loads of cheddar, and a crispy golden top. No shortcuts. Just soul-warming, homemade flavor.
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
1 lb (450g) elbow macaroni or cavatappi
Salt (for boiling water)
For the Cheese Sauce:
4 tbsp (½ stick) unsalted butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk (warm)
1 cup heavy cream (or use more milk)
2 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup mild cheddar or Monterey Jack, shredded
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
½ tsp dry mustard powder (optional, for flavor)
½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Topping (Optional but Recommended):
½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
½ cup buttered breadcrumbs or crushed Ritz crackers
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the Pasta
Boil pasta in heavily salted water until just al dente (about 1 minute less than package instructions).
Drain and set aside. Don’t overcook — it will bake more later.
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