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Delicious creamy Million Dollar Mac and Cheese loaded with four types of cheese.

Million Dollar Mac and Cheese

A creamy, rich mac and cheese that combines classic comfort food with a luxurious twist, perfect for weeknight dinners and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni or cavatappi
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups whole milk 2 percent works as a substitute
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded for flavor
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded for stretch and melt
  • 4 oz cream cheese or sour cream as a creamy booster
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika optional
Toppings (optional)
  • 0.5 cup buttery breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the pasta until barely tender, then drain. Do not overcook, as it will bake more in the oven.
  2. Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour, and whisk in milk. Keep whisking until the mixture thickens.
  3. Once thickened, lower the heat and add sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and cream cheese. Stir until melted.
Mixing and Baking
  1. Stir the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce until well coated.
  2. Pour the mixture into a buttered baking dish. Top with extra cheese and breadcrumbs if desired.
  3. Bake in a preheated oven until bubbly and golden, about 20-25 minutes.

Notes

This mac and cheese reheats well; to reheat, add a splash of milk and cover when warming in the oven or microwave.