Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Breadcrumb Topping: Best Comfort Food
Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Breadcrumb Topping is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, stir in flour to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened.
- Stir in cheese until melted, then add macaroni, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Pour mac and cheese into a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Can use different types of cheese for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 42 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 mg