Baked Macaroni Cheese W Breadcrumb Topping Recipe

Indulge in this ultimate comfort food: creamy, homemade macaroni and cheese baked to golden perfection with a crunchy, flavorful breadcrumb topping! This recipe is easy to follow and delivers restaurant-quality results in under an hour.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 709.3 kcal

Protein 65g

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Ingredients for Baked Macaroni Cheese W Breadcrumb Topping

4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter for sauce, plus 2 tablespoons melted butter for topping
6 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
1 lb (16 oz) elbow macaroni
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
to taste salt and pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

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How to Make Baked Macaroni Cheese W Breadcrumb Topping

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, creating a roux.
Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar cheese, Gruyere cheese, and salt and pepper until melted and smooth.
Stir in cooked macaroni and mustard.
Pour macaroni and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish.
In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs, melted butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture evenly over the macaroni and cheese.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

123g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Macaroni Cheese W Breadcrumb Topping?

Baked Macaroni Cheese W Breadcrumb Topping takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Macaroni Cheese W Breadcrumb Topping?

Baked Macaroni Cheese W Breadcrumb Topping has approximately 709.3 calories per serving, with about 65 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 61 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Macaroni Cheese W Breadcrumb Topping?

The key ingredients for Baked Macaroni Cheese W Breadcrumb Topping are Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Monterey Jack Cheese, Butter, Whole Milk, Italian Breadcrumbs, Elbow Macaroni. See the full list with measurements above.