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White Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese in a baking dish being served.

White Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese

White Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese: creamy white cheddar sauce and tender pasta make this the ultimate comfort dish!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 16 OZ Cavatappi Pasta
  • 16 OZ Sharp White Cheddar (2) 8 oz blocks of sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 8 OZ Monterey Jack Cheese (1) 8 oz blocks of Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 12 OZ Mozzarella Cheese
  • 4 OZ Mild Gruyère cheese
  • 4 TBSP Unsalted Butter
  • 4 TBSP All Purpose Flour
  • 2 Cups Evaporated Milk
  • 1 Cup Half & half or whole milk
  • 1 TSP Ground Mustard
  • 1 TSP All purpose seasoning Nature's Seasoning
  • 1 TSP Cajun Seasoning Optional
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • Fresh chopped parsley or chives garnish

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 2 Tbsp of kosher salt. Pour in your pasta and cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Once melted, slowly add in the flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
  • Next, gradually add the evaporated milk and then the whole milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk over medium low heat until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to low or cut off completely and add the shredded cheeses one handful at a time, stirring until melted and smooth. Mix in about half of your cheese blend into the cheese sauce.
  • Season with seasoning blend and then add salt and pepper to taste, if needed.
  • Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well combined. Once combined, place into a large baking dish. Pour in half your macaroni mixture then cover with some shredded cheese, place the remaining Mac on top and then cover with remaining cheese blend. The mixture should be nice and creamy going into the oven. If it is not creamy, you can add more evaporated milk, milk, or cream. Place in 385 degree F oven for 18-20 minutes uncovered. Then crank the oven to a broil and allow to brown for a few minutes. Remove and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes.
Keyword White Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese