Baked Macaroni and Cheese - Creamy, spicy & with a crispy crust
Are you looking for the ultimate comfort food for a cozy evening? These baked Macaroni and Cheese with a homemade, robust cheddar cheese sauce and an irresistibly crispy breadcrumb crust are just the thing for you. As a home cook, I place great value on avoiding store-bought pre-made products entirely. Instead, we conjure up a velvety Béchamel sauce as a base, which is refined with high-quality cheese. These Mac & Cheese are not only incredibly creamy and hearty, but also surprisingly quick and easy to prepare. The combination of al dente cooked pasta and the golden, crispy layer on top makes this dish a true palate-pleaser. It is the perfect soul food that will send you straight to foodie heaven – definitely try it out and enjoy every spoonful of this homemade classic!
Ingredients
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 200°C (top/bottom heat).
Cook the macaroni (100 g) in plenty of salted water (5 g) until al dente and drain.
Melt the butter (20 g) in a pot and stir in the flour (20 g) quickly until a golden roux is formed.
Gradually pour in the milk (250 ml) while stirring constantly until a creamy sauce forms.
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the grated cheddar (100 g) until completely melted.
Mix the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce and transfer everything into a small baking dish.
Sprinkle the casserole evenly with the breadcrumbs (30 g).
Bake the dish for about 15 minutes in the oven until the surface is beautifully golden brown and crispy.
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