A family favorite, this Baked Macaroni and Cheese will not disappoint. It’s dangerously delicious — and can be served as the main course or as a side dish at your next BBQ!
The Cheesiest Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Comfort food are two words that come to mind when I think of Macaroni and Cheese. And I could eat a whole pan of this in one sitting (well, maybe not). And this dish goes waaaaay back. I’ve been eating this since I was kiddo, plus it’s family favorite.
There used to be a time that my mom would make this for us just about every time she visited. Did I mention how good it is? Gosh, my mouth is watering just thinking about it. Hee-hee.
When we first got married, I was scared to death to make this recipe. I was (more or less) terrified that it wouldn’t taste like my moms. Plus, the first time Steve (my husband) had it, my mom had made it. No pressure, right?
Well, I’m happy to say that ten years into our marriage, this Baked Macaroni and Cheese is on the regular rotation. I officially make a mean baked macaroni and cheese. My husband loves this recipe — so I can NEVER go wrong by having it on the menu!
And would you believe that my mom still has the original recipe card for this from 1973? There’s truth in the words, oldie but a goodie! Doubling this recipes is always a must — it flies right out of the pan!
I’m over the moon excited to share this recipe with you! Who knows? It might become your new family favorite! Try pairing it with stewed tomatoes and apple sauce too! Enjoy.
Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Ingredients
- 8 oz. package elbow macaroni
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups white Cheddar cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat over to 375. Cook macaroni as package directs; drain.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan. Remove from heat. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring. Reduce heat and simmer mixture 1 minute. Remove from heat.
- Stir in 1-1/2 cups cheese and macaroni. Pour into a 1-1/2 quart, shallow casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese over top.
- Bake 15 minutes or until cheese is golden brown.
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wanda ll says
What is mils? I’ve been cooking a long time and don’t have a clue what that is. It isn’t listed where to add either.Thanks
Kelly Rowe says
My apologies for the spelling error. It’s milk… Cheers!
Katie @ Made to be a Momma says
Sounds delicious! Sharing over on facebook!
A Little Claireification says
Oh my good gracious can you PLEASE invite me over to have this?? I love that the recipe is from the 70s too – so fun. Pinning this and my stomach is now growling. Must. Make. This. xo
JaneEllen says
Sounds delicious, haven’t made mac ‘n cheese from scratch in too many years but just might have to try this. Incredible your Mom still has the original recipe card. I have some of those also. Even tho I make the boxed stuff I like to put it in the oven for few minutes before I’ll eat it. Just seems to give it more flavor and that little crust on top, yummmmy. Used to be hubs wouldn’t eat it unless there was some kind of meat in it but he’s gotten to like it much more. When we lived in KY our daughter in law made it almost every day for side dish with supper. Great post Kelly Happy week
Lana @ Never Enough Thyme says
You can never, ever go wrong with macaroni and cheese! I love making it from scratch and this is very close to my recipe. I’m making myself hungry just thinking about it!
Angie @ Big Bear's Wife says
oh Mac and Cheese! Always and I mean ALWAYS a winner around here! looks good!
Cynthia Weber says
Oh… you had me at cheese!!!
Jennifer Bokan Fischer says
Silly question but do you butter the baking dish before you put the mac ‘n cheese in there? Classic recipes ARE the best and I love that this one does NOT include pumpkin puree. Seems like every recipe posted this month does! 😉
Kelly Rowe says
Hi Jennifer! Thanks so much for stopping by… We don’t, but if you wanted to you could. Since we spoon it out, there’s not too much concern for a little sticking. Hope that helps! Enjoy. xo
Inspire Me Heather says
Oh gosh I haven’t made baked mac & cheese in ages! I should, thanks and thank you for your recipe!
kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says
Love me a good homemade mac & cheese. This classic one looks amazing, girl!!
Amanda says
Doesn’t get any better than homemade mac and cheese! I shared these on FB Kelly 🙂
Julie says
I love tomatoes in mac & cheese but the rest of the family wont let me (i noticed u skipped them too lol)! Either way Kelly, you did good girl. I will use this recipe when I make it next time. Thank your Mom for me!!
Kristin @ Dizzy Busy and Hungry! says
This looks incredible! I need to have this in my rotation. Funny that the recipe card was from 1973! It is good that you now have the recipe preserved on the world wide interwebs 🙂 so that it can’t get lost or damaged so much that it is unreadable!
arzea says
I have SUCH a weakness for homemade mac and cheese! Thanks so much for sharing this on Domestic Superhero today! Yum!
lisa says
Always a hit in my house! No matter how I make it, everyone loves it! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Carol says
Looks delicious. Pretty basic recipe,. I would throw in some broccoli and breadcrumbs on the top.
Kelly Rowe says
Delicious and basic are the way we like it — however, make it your own favorite and enjoy! Cheers.