Ultimate Mac and Cheese

By michellecresta

This is America's favorite comfort food - tender macaroni, rich and cheesy sauce and a crisp crumb topping.

Total Time:
1 hr 0 min
Prep
45 min
Cook
15 min

Yield:
15 Servings

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Ingredients

• This is America's favorite comfort food - tender macaroni, rich and cheesy sauce and a crisp crumb topping.
• Ingredients
• 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 6 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons McCormick® Mustard, Ground
• 1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick® Black Pepper, Coarse Ground
• 1 teaspoon McCormick® Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups milk
• 6 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon McCormick® Paprika
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Preparation

Step 1

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Cook macaroni in large saucepan as directed on package for al dente pasta. Rinse under cold water; drain well.

2. Melt butter in same saucepan on medium heat. Sprinkle with flour and seasonings. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until well blended. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Stirring constantly, cook 3 minutes or until sauce starts to thicken. Stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Add macaroni; toss gently to coat. Pour into greased 13x9-inch baking dish. Mix panko and paprika; sprinkle evenly over top.

3. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

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