Description
Thanksgiving Baked Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy, gooey cheese with perfectly cooked elbow macaroni, all topped with a crunchy panko breadcrumb crust. This dish not only fills your home with an irresistible aroma but also brings everyone together around the table. With its rich flavors and delightful texture, it’s sure to be the star of your holiday feast or cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, about 6-8 minutes; drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth; cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted; add mustard powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine pasta with cheese sauce; transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg