Casserole
Breadcrumb-Topped Baked Macaroni & Cheese
A restrained old-school casserole: boiled macaroni, grated cheese, white sauce, and a crisp buttered-crumb top.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk, warmed
- 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Make it happen
Directions
- 1
Heat the oven to 375°F and butter a 2-quart baking dish.
- 2
Cook the macaroni in salted water until just tender. Drain well.
- 3
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan. Whisk in the flour and salt, then slowly whisk in the warm milk. Cook until lightly thickened.
- 4
Layer half the macaroni and half the cheese in the dish. Repeat, then pour the white sauce evenly over the top.
- 5
Toss the breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon melted butter and scatter over the casserole.
- 6
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until bubbling and browned on top. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Estimated per serving
Nutrition at a glance
Recipe makes 6 servings. Values are planning estimates, not medical advice.