Easy Classic Baked Mac and Cheese
A simple, old-fashioned baked mac and cheese that’s perfect for holidays and family dinners. Firm, sliceable, and topped with a golden toasted cheddar crust.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 10-12
Ingredients
- 1 lb elbow macaroni1
- 2 sleeves saltine crackers, crushed
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar
- 16 oz sliced sharp cheddar block
- 4+ cups whole milk
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- Butter or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 dish.
- Cook pasta to al dente; drain.
- Mix pasta with crushed saltines.
- Add shredded cheddar, salt, and pepper; mix.
- Spread in dish.
- Pour milk around edges until halfway up noodles. Cover with sliced cheddar.
- Tent with foil; bake 1 hr 15–30 mins.
- Remove foil for last 10–15 mins.
- Rest 10–15 mins before serving.
Notes
- Whole milk = best texture
- Don’t overfill with milk
- This is intentionally casserole-style
- Heat before serving
- Rest before cutting
- Pairs perfectly with Thanksgiving plates
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