THE BEST BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE RECIPE | 2024 HOLIDAY SEASON! | EASY RECIPE & TUTORIAL

No Roux, No Egg, No Velveeta, just homemade creamy goodness! Foul proof, tried and true, this recipe will be one that you will definitely enjoy making as much as you enjoy eating!!! If you’re looking for the perfect creaminess, cheesiness, and flavor on point, then you’ve found the perfect macaroni and cheese recipe! Check it out and let me know what you think!

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FULL LIST OF INGREDIENTS:

Serves: 6-8 (Makes a 1/2 Size Pan) Prep Time: 15 Mins Cook Time: 30-45 Mins

- 1 Box Macaroni Noodles
- 4 to 6 Cups Water
- 1 Tsp Butter
- Heavy Salt for Water

CHEESE SAUCE:
- 4 Cups Heavy Cream
- 10 to 12 Oz FRESHLY Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese (16OZ BLOCK)
-2 Cups FRESHLY Grated Mozzarella Cheese
- 4oz Cream Cheese (Optional)
- 1 Tsp Salt or To Taste
- 1/4 Tsp Ground Mustard
- 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 Tsp Paprika

FAQs and Tidbits:

1. CAN I USE MILK OR HALF AND HALF?

While you can use any type of cream or milk you prefer, heavy cream offers the highest fat content and gives the best results when making sauces. Lower-percentage creams like half and half tend to curdle or separate at higher temperatures, which would be detrimental to your cheese sauce, making it gritty or lumpy!

2. Do not overcook the macaroni! It could make your final dish mushy.

3. The cream cheese is totally optional but adds extra richness and thickness to the cheese sauce. For a sauce with a thinner result, the cream cheese can be left out.

4. If your sauce gets too thick from too much cheese, you can always add a few tablespoons of more cream OR MILK to thin it out!

5. When making macaroni and cheese, good quality cheese makes a huge difference in the end product. The most cost-efficient way to substitute expensive bags of shredded cheese like Tillamook or Sargento is to just shred your own! It gives the best results every time!

[ShaunaMichelle]

I’m so happy to finally find a recipe that does not include the velveeta cheese, a roux or five different cheeses.The seasonings was just enough, not too overpowering and the mac and cheese did not come out too thick.

[rodtb]

I made this yesterday for us, but since there is only 2 of us, I cut the recipe in half. Thanks! It is the best I've had since my grandmother's back in the 60's.

[FredtheWebGuyTV]

The sauce to pasta ratio is perfect! I'd eat the whole thing (with hot sauce, of course). Thank you so much for posting this recipe!

[simonehall-williams]

I’m loyal! 🤣 I come back for a refresher every year! 🫶🏽

[ruthwells]

I just made it!!! Delicious and SIMPLE. Thanks for sharing

[cynthiahoward]

Thank you for keeping your recipes simple and easy to follow .

[MURIELSUTTON-qf]

I did a cook along with the video on Thanksgiving morning. My family “LOVED” it! Thank you!!

[stacyepperson]

Best recipe with no eggs or flour! Perfect for the holiday menu. Thank you❤

[JMitch]

I will be making this tonight. For Christmas my Son sent me some Cheese made at Washington State University. A hand made sharp white cheddar that I think will go really well in this recipe. I will also be adding some Beecher white cheddar cheese I got at Pike St Market in Seattle this last summer when I went to visit him. I’ve made this before using just regular store bought cheese and it turned out so well my family was like make that again Dad. So I’m sure it will be even better this time around. Thank you for the great recipe.

[wandaparker]

😮 Lord have mercy... You know you just showed out!!! Delicious 😋

[josephsmith]

This recipe did it for me!!!! Tweaked 2 ingredients (took out the ground mustard and subbed cream cheese for sour cream) and this was a hit for my family. Thanks for this. ❤️

[melaninqueen]

Finally a recipe that doesn’t season the mac n cheese like fried chicken 😂👏🏾

[xylonszettepalmer]

Thank you so much I followed every step by step and it turned out so good thanks again Queen may God continue to bless you and your family

[luckiestdonkey]

just came out of the oven, taste tested. this is my new mac recipe, thank you!!

[GhettoSazzy]

I made this for thanksgiving it was gone in 3 days had to end up making another one still only 3 days. So I’m making it again this time I’m making wayyy more. Omg this was so delicious! Thanks for sharing!

[Kingdomeheartsgirl]

I made this today for my families thanksgiving. It turned out amazing! I was a little scared when I was making the sauce cause it seemed too watery but after baking it it was perfect!

[laquitamosley]

I made this this morning for our Thanksgiving 🍽 Happy Thanksgiving to you sweetie, thank you for the recipe 🤎🍁😋

[spieldose]

Cooking along with the video right now! I know my family is going to love it! Eddie loves your nice southern voice too as I cook! Thanks for the recipe! Happy thanksgiving! ❤

[soniacooper]

Made it yesterday. Was definitely a hit with the family. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[lenicelacourdia]

Best simple delicious looking Mac and cheese❤honestly you are so right with just mild and sharp cheddar!