Creamy Mac and Cheese Casserole
A comforting and indulgent vegetarian casserole loaded with macaroni, cheese, and a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- ●8 oz macaroni
- ● casserolefor baking
- ●1 cup grated cheddar cheese indulgent
- ●1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese pillowy
- ●1/4 cup all-purpose flour americanfor thickening
- ●4 tbsp butter
- ●1 cup milkfor sauce
- ●to taste salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3
In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- 4
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, creating a roux.
- 5
Slowly add in the milk, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens.
- 6
Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted.
- 7
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, and a pinch of salt.
- 8
Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with additional grated cheese.
- 9
Dot the top with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
- 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
- 11
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.