# Mac and Cheese

A classic mac and cheese recipe that is a must-have for Thanksgiving.

- Cuisine: American
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 0.33 cup Butter
- 0.33 cup flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1.5 tbsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tbsp onion powder
- 1.5 tbsp smoked paprika
- 0.75 tbsp cayenne pepper
- to taste Salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 slices American Cheese
- 2 cups Mild-Medium Cheddar
- 1 cup Gruy

re Cheese
- 1 cup Gouda
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 pounds pasta
- to garnish Chives

## Instructions

1. Grate all of the cheeses.
2. Combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
3. Melt butter in a Dutch oven.
4. Add the spice mixture to the melted butter.
5. Stir in the flour to create a roux.
6. Whisk in milk gradually until smooth.
7. Add the remaining spice mixture.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Stir in Dijon mustard.
10. Add American cheese slices and whisk until melted.
11. Gradually add shredded cheddar, Gruy

re, Gouda, and Mozzarella cheese, whisking until smooth.
12. Drain cooked pasta and add it to the cheese sauce.
13. Transfer the mac and cheese to a casserole dish.
14. Top with more shredded cheese.
15. Bake until golden brown and bubbly.
16. Garnish with fresh chives.

## Equipment

- Dutch oven
- small bowl
- whisk
- grater
- casserole dish

## Tips

- Adjust the amount of milk for your desired thickness of the cheese sauce.
- Use a combination of different cheeses for a richer flavor.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DCz2kK8x_T7/?igsh=MTB2MTU1YXRmYW16Nw==
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- Extracted: 2025-12-24

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