Three-Cheese Baked Macaroni

This Three-Cheese Baked Macaroni is comfort food at its finest! With a blend of creamy, gooey cheeses baked to golden perfection, it’s a dish that warms the soul. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.

Ingredients:

16 oz elbow macaroni
1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups milk
2 cups heavy cream
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper to taste
½ cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)

Directions:

Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Cook Pasta:
Boil the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Make Cheese Sauce:
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to make a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes until smooth. Gradually add the milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).

Add the Cheese:
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Slowly add 1 ¼ cups cheddar, ¾ cup mozzarella, and ¾ cup Parmesan, stirring until the cheeses melt into a smooth sauce.

Combine Pasta and Sauce:
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring until fully coated.

Transfer to Baking Dish:
Pour the cheesy pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan over the top.

Optional Crust:
If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for an extra crispy crust.

Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Serve:
Let cool for a few minutes, then serve and enjoy the cheesy goodness!