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Bowl of creamy 3 cheese mac and cheese topped with melted cheese and herbs.

Creamy 3 Cheese Mac and Cheese

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

This creamy 3 cheese mac and cheese is a rich, comforting dish made with sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and gruyere. Perfect for any occasion, it's the ultimate comfort food that’s easy to make and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, grated (optional)
  • 12 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 6 ounces American cheese, grated
  • 6 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, optional, to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  • Slowly whisk in the whole milk to the flour mixture, ensuring no lumps form. Continue to cook and stir for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  • Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in the grated cheeses until completely melted and smooth. Stir in dry mustard, cayenne pepper, and garlic (if using). Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese or herbs if desired. Enjoy your creamy, comforting mac and cheese!

Equipment

  • Baking Pan
  • Saucepan

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 689kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 32gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 117mgSodium: 836mgPotassium: 396mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1214IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 903mgIron: 1mg