Cover and chill until ready to reheat in the oven or assemble and bake later.
To make ahead, prepare the recipe as directed without baking. How to Prepare Mac and Cheese Ahead of Time Mac and cheese can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Everything is cooked, the baking is to meld the flavors and brown the topping. Once the macaroni is bubbling and heated and the topping is browned, you know it is ready. Do not overbake (or the mac and cheese will be dry). Remove sauce from the heat before adding cheese to keep it from separating or getting grainy. Shred your own cheese! Pre-shredded cheeses have additives that can keep them from clumping which also makes it so they don’t melt smoothly. Cook pasta to a perfect al dente to avoid mushy noodles. Bake: Add topping and bake until the top is browned and bubbly. Stir in cooked elbows and spread in a casserole dish. Stir in cheese: Remove from heat and add cheeses whisk until smooth. Cook until thickened per the recipe below. Make the sauce: Make a roux by cooking flour, seasonings, and butter. Boil pasta: Cook pasta al dente (firm), drain, and rinse under cold water. Macaroni and cheese has achieved superstar status all over the world, and it’s easy to prepare: Bacon bits, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapenos, or green chiles are tasty toppings as well. Toppings – Baked mac and cheese is perfect on its own! But if a topping is in order, make a quick topping using breadcrumbs or a Panko topping. Be sure at least half of the cheese is a sharp or bold cheese for the best flavor. 
Feel free to use your favorite cheeses like gouda, white cheddar cheese, colby jack, or a blend of your favorites.
If you’d like, add a little Gruyere (or swiss) for a bolder flavor. Milk and cream make this mac and cheese sauce really rich and creamy.Ĭheese – Sharp Cheddar is my favorite choice for a classic mac and cheese recipe. Elbows, shells, penne, and rotelle are all great options.Ĭheese Sauce – This sauce starts with butter and flour to make a roux (don’t worry, it’s really easy!). Pasta – Classic mac is made with elbow macaroni however, any small-ish shape will work.
Keep it as a vegetarian entrée or hearty side dish, or add leftover cooked chicken, ham, bacon, or even sliced summer sausage. This can be a side dish or a budget-friendly main dish. This recipe uses everyday ingredients and turns them into a decadent cheesy dish. Cheesy, creamy, and loaded with tons of cheddar flavor, baked mac and cheese is always a crowd-pleaser!. This mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food. Tender elbow macaroni is smothered in a rich homemade cheese sauce and then baked under a crispy butter crumb topping until golden brown and bubbly. A classic homemade baked mac and cheese recipe is one of my favorite dishes.
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