Southern Macaroni and Cheese

A rich and creamy baked mac and cheese with three kinds of cheese and a golden crust.

Ingredients

• 1.00 lb elbow macaroni
• 4.00 tbsp butter
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 3.00 cup whole milk
• 1.00 cup heavy cream
• 3.00 cup sharp cheddar cheese
• 1.00 cup gruyere or colby cheese
• 1.00 tsp dry mustard
• 0.50 tsp garlic powder
• salt and pepper
• 0.50 cup breadcrumbs mixed with 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook macaroni according to package directions until just al dente, drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 baking dish.

3. 3

   Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Whisk in flour and cook 1-2 minutes.

5. 5

   Slowly add milk and cream, whisking constantly until smooth.

6. 6

   Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from heat and stir in 2 1/2 cups cheddar, all the Gruyere, dry mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

8. 8

   Fold in macaroni.

9. 9

   Pour into prepared dish.

10. 10

    Top with remaining cheddar and buttered breadcrumbs.

11. 11

    Bake 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

12. 12

    Rest 5 minutes before serving.

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