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A skillet of Mac and cheese with toasted bread crumbs and a serving spoon removing a scoop.

Skillet Mac & Cheese

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 831kcal
Author: Deanna
This creamy, three-cheese Mac and cheese with crunchy bread crumb topping is made in a skillet going from the stove-top to the oven in one pan.
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (2 cups) dry macaroni noodles
  • 4 tbsp salted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp dry mustard
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp granulated garlic
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3 oz cheddar cheese, shredded approximately 1 cup lightly packed
  • 3 oz gouda, shredded approximately 1 cup lightly packed
  • 3 oz Gruyere, shredded approximately 1 cup lightly packed

Bread Crumb Topping

  • 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp butter softened
  • 2 tsp parsley flakes
  • 1/2 tsp granulated garlic

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook to al dente, then drain and set aside. While the pasta cooks, you can begin the sauce.
  • Heat a 10-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt, then add the mustard powder, onion powder, granulated garlic, and flour. Whisk to combine, forming a thick paste.
  • Add the milk and cream to the skillet and heat until warm, then add half of the cheese. Stir or whisk to allow it to melt and combine with the milk, then add the remaining cheese, reserving half for later. Continue to heat the sauce until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is slightly thickened.
  • Add the drained noodles to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.
  • In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, softened butter, parsley flakes, and granulated garlic.
  • Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the macaroni and then sprinkle the breadcrumbs over top.
  • Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and the breadcrumbs are lightly toasted.
  • Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 831kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 31g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 159mg | Sodium: 730mg | Potassium: 399mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1646IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 688mg | Iron: 2mg