How to Bake Mac and Cheese at 400
Baking Macaroni Cheese Recipe - Macaroni and cheese is a popular dish for adults and kids. The ingredients are essential but delicious. You can make it with penne or macaroni-type pasta if desired. It is easy to prepare in advance and has many variations so that you can enjoy it often at home.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound Macaroni pasta (or penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 tbsp Butter, cut into cubes
- 4 ounces White cheese such as mozzarella, cheddar, or Gruyere
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Boil pasta in a large saucepan according to package directions. Drain the cooked pasta and pour it into an oven-proof baking dish.
- Combine milk with salt, pepper, and one teaspoon of Dijon mustard in a pot over medium heat. Once it starts simmering, slowly add cheese while constantly stirring until fully melted.
- Then remove from heat and slowly add butter, stirring constantly.
- Pour cheese sauce over the pasta and mix well. Add in additional spices or salt if desired. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Serve immediately while hot with a side salad or soup.