Danni Rose Mac and Cheese Recipe
Do you love cheesy, creamy pasta? Try this Danni Rose Mac and Cheese Recipe. It is rich, soft, and very easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups milk whole or 2%
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika optional
- ½ cup breadcrumbs optional topping
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Boil water in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt. Cook macaroni until soft but firm. Drain and set aside.
Make the Cheese Sauce
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk 1–2 minutes. Slowly pour in milk while stirring. Cook until sauce thickens.
Add Cheese
- Lower heat and add cheddar and mozzarella. Stir until cheese melts completely. Add salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Add cooked pasta to cheese sauce. Stir until pasta is fully coated.
Optional Baking
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour pasta into baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top. Bake 15–20 minutes until golden.
Serve the Mac and Cheese
- Remove from oven if baked. Serve hot in bowls. Enjoy creamy, cheesy goodness.
Notes
- Use fresh cheese for a rich flavor.
- Stir sauce constantly to avoid lumps.
- Don’t overcook pasta; it cooks more in sauce.
- Add a pinch of paprika for extra taste.
- Bake with breadcrumbs for a crunchy top.