Author Notes: Who doesn’t love Macaroni and Cheese! You’ll love this recipe, crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. —Chef Laura at Home
Serves: 6
Ingredients
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7
ounces elbow macaroni
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1/4
cup butter
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3
tablespoons all purpose flour
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2
cups milk
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8
ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/2
teaspoon salt
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1/2
teaspoon pepper
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2
teaspoons dijon mustard
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2
cups cheddar cheese, cubed
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1
cup breadcrumbs
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2
tablespoons butter, melted
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2
tablespoons parsley, chopped
Directions
- Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees.
- Cook macaroni al dente, drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter, stir in flour. Cook over medium heat, stirring until smooth and bubbly.
- Stir in milk, cream cheese, salt, pepper and mustard Continue stirring until sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in macaroni and cheddar cheese. Pour into a casserole dish, set aside.
- Ina separate bowl, stir together breadcrumbs, melted butter, and parsley. Sprinkle over macaroni and cheese.
- Bake 15-20 minutes until golden brown and heated through.
- Optional: To get the top crispy, put under the broiler, watch closely!