Mac Cheese Noodles and Co Style
Savor the ultimate comfort food experience with this Mac & Cheese Noodles and Co Style recipe—a rich and creamy take on the classic dish, inspired by your favorite restaurant flavors. This indulgent version combines tender elbow macaroni with a velvety cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheeses, perfectly seasoned with a hint of smoked paprika and ground mustard for a gourmet twist. For an extra layer of texture, top with crunchy Panko bread crumbs and broil to golden perfection. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Treat your taste buds to a crowd-pleasing, cheesy masterpiece that’s both easy to make and irresistibly delicious! Keywords: mac and cheese recipe, creamy mac and cheese, Noodles and Co style mac and cheese.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz Elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 tsp Ground mustard
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Panko bread crumbs (optional, for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to make a roux.
Step 3
Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth.
Step 5
Stir in the ground mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 6
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix until evenly coated.
Step 7
If desired, spoon the mac and cheese into an oven-safe dish, sprinkle Panko bread crumbs on top, and broil for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Step 8
Serve warm and enjoy your creamy, Noodles and Co-style mac and cheese!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1579.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4276.5 |
| Total Fat 236.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 139.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 697.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4700.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 357.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.7g | |
| Protein 176.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 340.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3630.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1337.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories