Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe [with Video]

This Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Casserole is a twist on a childhood favorite (adult-approved, too). 

Adding a hint of seasoning, like dry mustard and onion powder, and making the cheese sauce with dairy and lots of shredded cheeses gives it just the right amount of flavor and kick.

Next time your family is stuck at home, try this recipe and see the smiles appear on your little ones’ faces as they gobble down every bite. This post contains affiliate links.

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Comfort Food for Chilly Days

There’s almost nothing better than keeping warm and cozy on cold winter days. 

One thing that can help make staying indoors more enjoyable is delicious, warm, perfectly baked food. 

Casseroles are hearty options for cold, brisk winter days with mixed ingredients baked in a hot oven and served in large scoops.

Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe

This recipe is fairly simple. 

Plus, kids will devour it in seconds!

It’s creamy, cheesy and rich with ingredients that combine to create one spectacularly cozy comfort food. 

It’s baked to meld all those wonderful ingredients into one large masterpiece. 

It’s almost impossible to resist a recipe with 4 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese. 

It’s what makes this recipe so gooey and delectable!

So when the wind is howling and there is snow on the ground, don’t fret about making a filling and satisfying dinner. 

This Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe has you and your family covered. 

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Ingredients for Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe

Servings: 4-6

• 12 ounces dry elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Mac n Cheese Casserole Directions

Step 1: Heat oven to 425 F.

Step 2: Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3: In large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 2 minutes, stirring continuously.

Step 4: Slowly whisk in milk, cream, mustard, onion powder, salt and pepper. Whisk and cook until thickened.

Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until melted.

Step 6: In large bowl, add cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Mix well and pour into greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan. 

Step 7: Bake 18-24 minutes, or until bubbly. Cool slightly before serving.

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Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe

Yield: 4-6

This Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Casserole is a twist on a childhood favorite (adult-approved, too). 

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Ingredients

• 12 ounces dry elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 425 F.
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
3. In large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
4. Slowly whisk in milk, cream, mustard, onion powder, salt and pepper. Whisk and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until melted.
5. In large bowl, add cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Mix well and pour into greased 9-by-13-inch baking pan. 
6. Bake 18-24 minutes, or until bubbly. Cool slightly before serving.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1029Total Fat: 79gSaturated Fat: 47gTrans Fat: 3gUnsaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 231mgSodium: 1487mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 50g

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