Decadent Creamy Mac and Cheese Delight Recipe
This decadent creamy mac and cheese is a rich and comforting dish, perfect for any cheese lover. It's made with a blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella, creating a luscious cheese sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese finely shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese finely shredded
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- 2 cups whole milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs optional for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute until golden.
- Slowly pour in the whole milk, whisking continuously until thickened.
- Lower the heat and mix in the cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Remove from heat and fold in the cheddar and mozzarella until melted.
- Mix the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Notes
Serve in individual ramekins for a delightful presentation.