Description
A premium copycat recipe of the famous Chick-fil-A baked mac and cheese, featuring a blend of white and sharp cheddar for a rich, restaurant-quality side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups sharp yellow cheddar, grated
- 2 cups white cheddar, grated
- 1/2 cup parmesan or romano, grated
- 1/2 tsp ground mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil macaroni in salted water until slightly under al dente, then drain.
- Melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in milk and heavy cream until thickened.
- Melt in most of the yellow and white cheddar, and all the parmesan.
- Fold the pasta into the cheese sauce.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.
- Broil for 2 minutes to brown the top.
Notes
High in calcium, incredibly comforting, and perfect for large family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 520 kcal