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Southern Baked Mac and Cheese: A Hug in a Casserole Dish

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This is the ultimate Southern Baked Mac and Cheese recipe, guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! Creamy, cheesy, and baked to perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 8 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and Gruyere cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Add macaroni to cheese sauce and stir to coat. Pour into prepared baking dish.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a crispier top, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top before baking. You can also use different types of cheese to customize the flavor.

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Keywords: mac and cheese, baked, southern, comfort food, cheese

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