One Dish Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this One Dish Baked Macaroni and Cheese, a hassle-free recipe that delivers rich, creamy, and cheesy perfection every time. This easy baked mac and cheese requires no stovetop boiling—simply layer uncooked elbow macaroni, a luscious blend of whole milk and heavy cream, and a trio of cheeses including sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan. A sprinkling of golden panko breadcrumbs adds the perfect crunch to every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and a single baking dish to clean, this recipe is an effortless crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Treat your family to a dish that's as simple as it is satisfying, featuring bold flavors and a creamy texture that’s baked to bubbly perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon ground mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Spread the uncooked elbow macaroni evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, melted butter, flour, salt, black pepper, ground mustard, and paprika until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the milk mixture evenly over the macaroni, ensuring all the pasta is coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the macaroni.

Step 6

Gently stir the top layer of cheese into the milk mixture to ensure a creamy sauce forms while baking.

Step 7

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese.

Step 9

Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 10

Let the baked macaroni and cheese rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1624.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3773.9

Total Fat 239.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 146.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 757.8mg	0%
Sodium 5714.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 231.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 46.3g
Protein 154.1g	0%

Vitamin D 370.1IU	0%
Calcium 3763.9mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 1468.2mg	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: 58.3%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 25.1%