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Delicious Four Cheese Mac and Cheese topped with breadcrumbs and herbs.

Creamy Four Cheese Mac and Cheese

A luxurious, creamy dish made with a blend of four cheeses, perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Four Cheese Sauce
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni Cooked until al dente
  • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese, grated
  • ½ cup creamy goat cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For making the roux
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour For making the roux
  • 2 cups milk (whole or 2% for creaminess)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Topping (optional)
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs For a bit of crunch
  • extra none parmesan cheese For sprinkling on top

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add in the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Making the Cheese Sauce
  1. In the same pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
  2. Once melted, whisk in the flour and stir for about 1 minute to form a roux.
  3. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency, roughly 5-7 minutes.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated cheddar, mozzarella, goat cheese, and parmesan until melted and combined.
  5. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Combining and Baking
  1. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring gently to coat each piece completely.
  2. Transfer to a greased baking dish if preferred, combine breadcrumbs and extra parmesan cheese, sprinkle over the top.
  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.
  2. Dig in and savor each creamy, cheesy bite!

Notes

Add steamed broccoli or peas for a nutritional boost. For meat lovers, crumbled bacon or diced ham can add a savory touch. To make it dairy-free, use nut milk and vegan cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to retain creaminess.