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Mind-Blowing Southern Baked Macaroni and Recipe

Mind-Blowing Southern Baked Macaroni and Recipe
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Get ready to indulge in this extra saucy Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese with a crispy crust that will elevate your comfort food experience to new heights.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. Pasta Noodles (elbow or rotini)
  • 7 tbsp. Room Temperature Butter, divided
  • 4 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 3 tbsp. All Purpose Flour
  • ½ cup Reserved Pasta Water
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream
  • 3.5 cups Half and Half

Cheese Blend:

  • 12 oz. Shredded Medium Cheddar
  • 8 oz. Shredded Colby Jack
  • 8 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
  • 4 oz. Shredded Sharp Cheddar
  • 4 oz. Shredded White Cheddar
  • ¼ cup Whipped Cream Cheese

Seasonings:

  • ½ tsp. Onion Powder
  • ½ tsp. Paprika
  • ½ tsp. Mustard Powder
  • Salt + Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients: Shred all cheeses, mince garlic, and cut butter into tabs.
  2. Boil Pasta: Preheat oven to 425F. Boil pasta until slightly undercooked, reserve ½ cup pasta water, then toss pasta with 2 tbsp. butter in a casserole dish.
  3. Prepare Sauce: In a skillet, melt 5 tbsp. butter, sauté garlic, whisk in flour, then add reserved pasta water, heavy cream, and half and half. Whisk until thickened.
  4. Melt Cheeses: Over low heat, gradually whisk in remaining grated cheeses. Add cream cheese, onion powder, paprika, and mustard powder.
  5. Combine and Bake: Pour sauce over noodles, top with reserved cheeses, and bake for 10 minutes. Broil for 5 minutes until crispy.
  6. Serve: Allow to cool slightly before enjoying!

Notes

  • This dish can be customized with additional seasonings like cayenne for extra heat.
  • For a golden-brown crust, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top before baking.

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