BEST Mac and Cheese recipe

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Homemade Macaroni and cheese - the cheesiest, CREAMIEST homemade mac n cheese you'll ever make! Macaroni pasta covered in sharp cheddar cheese, melted into a warm cream sauce, and topped with a perfect panko crust. The whole family will definitely approve!

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1/2 c. flour
  • 4 c. milk
  • 6 c. shredded sharp Cheddar
  • 1 TB garlic salt
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 TB butter
  • 1/2 c. panko bread crumbs

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions
Boil pasta according to package directions. In large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Slowly pour in 4 cups milk, whisking until smooth. Heat to a low boil until thickened. Remove from heat.
Add hot pasta to a greased 9x13" baking dish. Sprinkle 6 cups shredded cheese over pasta. Pour the thickened cream sauce over the pasta and cheese. Let sit until the cheese has melted and stir together.
Melt 2 TB butter over medium heat. Add in bread crumbs, stirring constantly until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Pour over the mac and cheese.
Bake at 325 for 14-15 minutes. Serve warm.

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