This Dutch oven mac and cheese is a staple in my home. I sometimes add burger meat or bacon to it to liven it up but it's delicious enough on its own! Regularly served as the main course with just a veggie side, as it can be a bit heavy if you're a mac and cheese lover who can't resist seconds (like me).
Provided by mia
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shells and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat an oven-safe Dutch oven over medium heat. Melt butter and flour in the hot pot, stirring, until blended; pour in milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously, until mixture comes to a boil. Continue to boil, stirring continuously, for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; continue to stir until sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Slowly fold in cheeses until melted and smooth. It is okay to raise the heat if you have to, just remember to keep stirring while the heat is on. Fold in cooked pasta until it is coated with cheese.
- Combine panko bread crumbs, salt, garlic salt, black pepper, onion powder, and taco seasoning in a bowl. Sprinkle macaroni mixture with just enough of the bread crumbs to coat most of the surface; you should still see some pasta underneath the bread crumbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Turn on the oven's broiler and continue to cook until crust is golden brown and crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for at least 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.9 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 103.5 mg, Fat 33.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 765.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
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Haghsjeh Hgahs
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese was a bit too cheesy for my taste. I think I would use less cheese next time. The breadcrumb topping was a nice touch though.
Rashmi Sharma
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my macaroni and cheese turned out great! It was creamy, cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping was crispy and delicious. Definitely a new favorite recipe.
Prodip Sarker
[email protected]This was the worst macaroni and cheese I've ever had. It was dry and bland, and the breadcrumb topping was soggy. I would not recommend this recipe.
Victor Manuel Torres Cerna
[email protected]I made this macaroni and cheese for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
xborgs 12
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese was delicious! It was so creamy and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.
lucky ebiguni
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese was a bit too heavy for my taste. I think I would use less butter and cheese next time. The breadcrumb topping was a nice touch though.
Youssef Hany
[email protected]I made this macaroni and cheese for my kids and they loved it! It was so easy to make and it was a great way to get them to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.
Rakib Kegn
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my macaroni and cheese turned out great! It was creamy, cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping was crispy and delicious. Definitely a new favorite recipe.
Shodiya oluwashola
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more cheese and spices next time. The breadcrumb topping was a nice touch though.
Bitcoin L√∏rd
[email protected]I made this macaroni and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Badhon Sheik
[email protected]This was the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had. It was so creamy and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will be making this again and again.
Mary Dwiggins
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so delicious and easy to make. I loved the addition of the bacon and the sharp cheddar cheese. Definitely a keeper!
Hanifa Abba
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. The crispy breadcrumb topping added a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again.