Alton Brown's Baked Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Elevate your mac and cheese game with this gourmet recipe inspired by Alton Brown's Good Eats! This baked mac and cheese is creamy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible. The slightly more involved process is worth every minute for the superior flavor and texture. Feel free to customize it with your favorite additions like tuna, hot dogs, or veggies!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 658.2 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 4.7 (48 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Alton Brown's Baked Macaroni And Cheese

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How to Make Alton Brown's Baked Macaroni And Cheese

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  6. Stir in cooked pasta and mustard.
  7. Pour macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. Top with bread crumbs.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

113g

Carbs

17g