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Five Cheese Baked Mac & Cheese

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This ultra-creamy, Five Cheese Baked Mac & Cheese features a luxurious blend of cheeses baked into tender pasta with a bubbling golden crust. Perfect as a rich main or crowd-pleasing side dish.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (454 g) large elbow macaroni
  • 1½ Tbsp kosher salt (for boiling)
  • 6 Tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1¾ cups (354 ml) evaporated milk (or whole milk)
  • 1 Tbsp seasoned salt
  • 1½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1½ tsp onion powder
  • ¾ tsp ground mustard
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 16 oz (453 g) American or Velveeta-style cheese, shredded
  • 8 oz (227 g) extra-sharp cheddar, shredded — reserve ½ cup for topping
  • 8 oz (227 g) Colby Jack, shredded — reserve ½ cup for topping
  • 8 oz (227 g) smoked Gouda, shredded — reserve ½ cup for topping
  • 8 oz (227 g) smoked Gruyère, shredded — reserve ½ cup for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Bring a gallon of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 10 minutes, just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add drained pasta and stir to coat.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, evaporated milk, seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne (if using).
  5. Pour the egg-milk mixture into the pot with the pasta. Stir in all cheeses except the reserved topping portions.
  6. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and top with the reserved shredded cheeses.
  7. Cover with foil (sprayed to prevent sticking) and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbling.
  8. Let rest for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded cheese for the best texture and melt.
  • Do not overcook pasta before baking; it continues cooking in the oven.
  • Add breadcrumbs mixed with butter for a crunchy topping.
  • Can be assembled ahead and baked later.
  • Let it rest before slicing for cleaner servings.

Nutrition

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