Morgan's Macaroni and Cheese

Indulge in the creamy, gooey perfection of *Morgan's Macaroni and Cheese*, a truly elevated version of the classic comfort food. This dish combines tender al dente elbow macaroni with a luxuriously rich three-cheese sauce, featuring sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan for a bold and savory flavor profile. A hint of ground mustard and paprika adds a subtle kick, while a golden, crispy panko breadcrumb topping provides the perfect contrast in texture. Made with simple ingredients like whole milk, heavy cream, and pantry staples, this recipe bakes to bubbly perfection in just 20-25 minutes. Whether you’re entertaining guests or craving a hearty family dinner, this mac and cheese is guaranteed to impress. Perfect as a decadent side dish or the star of your dinner table, it’s comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 16 oz Elbow macaroni
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Ground mustard
• 0.25 tsp Paprika
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes while stirring constantly to form a roux.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to combine. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Lower the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, ground mustard, and paprika. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce in the saucepan, mixing well to coat each piece of pasta.

Step 7

Pour the mac and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the mac and cheese.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Allow the dish to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy piping hot!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2274.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5848.1

Total Fat 335.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 184.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 911.1mg	0%
Sodium 6359.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 470.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 66.9g
Protein 221.6g	0%

Vitamin D 513.4IU	0%
Calcium 4481.6mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 1897.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.2%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 32.5%