

I like to finish the bake with a quick broil to get the top of it a beautifully bronzed yellow color. If you love a crispy baked cheesy crust, you can choose to bake this mac and cheese at the end! Just reserve a healthy handful of extra shredded cheese to go on top. Salt & Pepper – to ensure a well-seasoned mac! Garlic Powder – garlic and cheese flavors go together so well! While the pasta is cooking, pour the milk into a large pot. Paprika – adds extra smokiness to the cheese sauce. Sour Cream – adds much-needed tanginess to cut through all the rich ingredients. You can swap these out for melting cheeses that you enjoy like Colby jack and cheddar. Gouda & more cheeses of your choice – my favorite combinations are smoky gouda, white cheddar, parmesan, and Velveeta to achieve that silky creaminess.

Stir in milk and half and half, slowly, stirring constantly. Whole Milk – don’t skimp with 2% or skim this mac deserves the full body of whole milk! I use Lactaid to make it easier on the tummy.īutter – butter creates the base of the blonde roux.įlour – flour, in combination with butter, creates the blonde roux that thickens the cheese sauce! Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

