How to Make Decadent Baked Mac and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mac and cheese, a beloved comfort food, takes on a whole new level of decadence with this recipe for baked mac and cheese. This indulgent dish is the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy, and crunchy, making it a show-stopping addition to any dinner table. Whether you’re looking for a cozy weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing dish for a special occasion, this baked mac and cheese recipe is sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup half-and-half
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup Oaxaca cheese, shredded
  • cooking spray

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in cream, half-and-half, and garlic salt. Add Gruyere cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Oaxaca cheese. Stir into cream until melted. Drain pasta and add to the sauce; stir to coat.
  • Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray and pour in pasta mixture. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and slightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    300 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 402mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 379mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 101mg