Description
This Creamy No Boil Mac & Cheese is your answer to fast, rich, and satisfying comfort food. With no pre-boiling required, this easy dinner option combines elbow macaroni, sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and a luxurious milk-cream blend in one simple baking dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Pour the dry elbow macaroni into the dish and spread it evenly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and mustard powder.
- Stir in half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses into the milk mixture.
- Pour the mixture over the dry pasta in the baking dish and stir gently to coat all noodles.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and dot with butter.
- Bake uncovered for 50–60 minutes until the top is golden and pasta is tender.
- Let it rest 5–10 minutes before serving to thicken.
Notes
- This dish is ideal for quick dinner ideas or as a cozy side.
- It can be made ahead of time for convenience.
- Adjust the cheese types to your preference for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Boil Mac Cheese, No Boil Mac & Cheese, Easy Macaroni and Cheese