Baked Mac and Cheese

Yield: 5 - 6 servings

Prep: 15

Cook: 30

Total: 45

Everyone's favorite classic mac and cheese! Super simple, super easy and super quick. You'll never want the boxed stuff ever again!

4.9 stars (78 ratings)

Ingredients

8 ounces elbow pasta
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 (12-ounce) cans evaporated milk
12 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese, about 3 cups, divided
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Whisk in flour, paprika and onion powder until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in evaporated milk until slightly thickened, about 4-5 minutes.
Remove from heat. Stir in 2 cups cheddar cheese and Parmesan. Stir in pasta; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Divide pasta mixture into 5 (10-ounce) or 6 (8-ounce) ramekins or ovenproof bowls.* Place onto a baking sheet; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese.
Place into oven and bake until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.
Serve immediately, garnished with chives, if desired.

Notes

*I do not recommend substituting milk as the sauce will break in the oven, and the consistency will vary quite a bit.

*If you do not have ramekins or ovenproof bowls, this can also be baked in a 2qt baking dish.

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