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Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

Easy Homemade Macaroni and Cheese on a serving spoon
This Creamy Macaroni and Cheese recipe is the only mac and cheese recipe you will ever need. Rich, decadent and super creamy, this Creamy Macaroni and Cheese the perfect comfort food dish! | A Wicked Whisk | https://www.awickedwhisk.com
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Serving Size 12 ea

Ingredients

  • 4 tbl butter
  • 4 tbl flour
  • 1 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne powder
  • 1 10 oz can condensed cheddar soup
  • 2/3 cup parmesan grated
  • 12 oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 4 oz swiss cheese
  • 16 oz macaroni pasta

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees
  • Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to boil and prepare macaroni to box instructions, minus 1 minute.  Drain and set aside
  • In a large saucepan or skillet, melt butter.  Once melted, add in flour and whisk to combine. Cook for 1 minute
  • Pour in milk and cream and spices.  Bring to a low boil, whisking constantly
  • Once a low boil has been reached, add in cheeses and soup and continue to stir until sauce is creamy and smooth
  • Combine pasta and sauce and pour into a 9 x 13 baking pan.  Cook for 20 minutes and remove from oven.  Let sit 5-10 minutes to set
  • Serve immediately

Notes

Store bought shredded cheeses are great in a pinch but shredding your own off the block is soooo much better.