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Crowd-pleasing mac and cheese recipe, made on a sheet pan! Perfectly cheesy + creamy with the maximum amount of crunchy bits. MIND BLOWN.
No one could sit still the day that we were shooting and testing this recipe.
NOPE. We all sat there, hoping to get this shot in 10 seconds. That way, we could all grab a fork and immediately dive right in.
Which is exactly what we did. We shot it. We ate it. We ate some more of it. And no one exchanged a single word until we were basically finished with 90% of the sheet pan.
With a combination of being perfectly cheesy, perfectly creamy, and perfectly crispy in EVERY BITE, no one needs to be talking.
JUST BE PREPARED TO HAVE YOUR MIND BLOWN. That is all.
WHAT IS PANKO?
Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb and can be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store. While both panko and breadcrumbs can be used as a coating for fried foods, panko is much more flakier and yields a crunchier, crispier texture.
Sheet Pan Mac and Cheese
Yield: 8 servings
Prep: 15 minutes minutes
Cook: 15 minutes minutes
Total: 30 minutes minutes
Crowd-pleasing mac and cheese made on a sheet pan! Perfectly cheesy + creamy with the maximum amount of crunchy bits. MIND BLOWN.
4.9 stars (38 ratings)
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Ingredients
- 1 pound large elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 ½ cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1 cup Panko*
Instructions
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
Preheat oven to broil on high. Arrange an oven rack 6-inches from the broiler. Lightly oil an 18 x 13-inch sheet pan or coat with nonstick spray.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and shallot, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Whisk in flour and paprika until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, heavy cream and Dijon until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. If the mixture is too thick, add more milk as needed; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Remove from heat. Stir in 2 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, Parmesan and pasta until well combined; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
In a small bowl, combine Panko and remaining 2 cups cheddar cheese.
Spread pasta mixture into the prepared sheet pan; sprinkle with Panko mixture.
Place into oven and broil, rotating the sheet pan a few times, until golden brown and crispy, about 5-6 minutes.
Serve immediately.
Notes
*Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb and can be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store.
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EA — March 24, 2024 @ 2:57 PM Reply
I’ve made this recipe several times, beginning on New Year’s Eve and it’s been a huge hit every time! The only thing I changes was use Cavatappi noodles instead of elbows. It’s always amazing!
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D'ette — January 20, 2024 @ 4:59 PM Reply
This was freakin delicious and made a ton! I’ve been wanting to try a new recipe for Mac and cheese and this checked all the boxes including being daily quick to put together and get on the table. Thank you for sharing your recipes!
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Debbie Kimbrough — November 24, 2023 @ 3:51 PM Reply
sounds delicious
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Tamara Almendinger — October 26, 2023 @ 12:29 PM Reply
I made about 1/2 the recipe but instead of steps 3&4 making the sauce), I added a pint of ready made lobster bisque for a really delicious lobster Mac n cheese. With the sheet pan finish under the broiler…wow!
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Magpie — July 17, 2022 @ 6:22 PM Reply
Soo good. Beyond my expectations. Mustard adds a nice tang. I chose to season my breadcrumbs. I did not have any panko. Made this as a side for some smoked ribs. Definitely sharing this recipe and making again!
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Erin — January 22, 2022 @ 3:36 PM Reply
Ah mazing! 5 stars for sure. Company loved it.
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SarahDee — December 25, 2021 @ 7:22 PM Reply
This is freaking delicious. I’ve made many baked Mac and cheese recipes and I loved this one the best. It’s creamy and rich and the mild garlic/shallot flavour elevates it. And the crispy topping is to die for. The only changes I made were to use 1/3 Monterey Jack cheese in place of some of the aged cheddar because I had to use it up. And I skipped the mustard as I don’t love that flavour in mac and cheese. The rest of the recipe is spot on and I think it will do well with a variety of cheese substitutions as long as they’re good melting cheeses.
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Rebecca Brown — November 21, 2021 @ 4:56 AM Reply
I made this recipe last night and it turned out great. We loved it. I left out the mustard because my daughter thinks she doesn’t like that in macaroni and cheese. Otherwise I followed the instructions as is. The combination of cheese and breadcrumbs on top created the best crunch. The mac and cheese below the crunch is super creamy.
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Kerry Conley — November 14, 2021 @ 1:25 PM Reply
The BEST Mac and cheese recipe! It is so easy and a huge hit in my house.
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Cindy — November 8, 2021 @ 7:26 PM Reply
This looks amazing. I too would like to know if it could be made ahead of time to step 5 and then finished prior to dining time.
A different Cindy.
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Rebecca Brown — November 21, 2021 @ 4:58 AM Reply
Hi Cindy, I think it depends how far in advance you want to make it. I assembled everything a couple of hours before putting it under the broiler. But if you put it in the refrigerator and all the ingredients get cold you would probably want to bring it to room temperature because it only spends 15 minutes in the oven.
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Patricia Lewers — November 7, 2021 @ 2:51 AM Reply
Sounds delish. I must try the mac and cheese
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Ina — November 6, 2021 @ 5:50 PM Reply
Delicious! I’ve tried about a billion different mac n cheese recipes and nothing ever stood out. This one did! Our family loved it. So crunchy and flavorful. Thank you. I do have one question… I know it’s an older recipe and I looked at the reviews to see if it was already asked but would this be okay to make this ahead of time (keeping the pasta and topping separate)? I’ve made mac n cheese ahead before and it is never as creamy and good as it is fresh.
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Cindy — November 6, 2021 @ 4:30 PM Reply
This looks amazing. Could I assemble this through step 5 and the finish the rest prior to serving?
Would like to have this made prior to family arriving.
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Nicole — September 17, 2021 @ 7:24 AM Reply
Turned out great! I froze the leftovers (we only had 4 of us at the dinner) and it reheated great. I used some seasoned PC panko and super delicious. I will be making this again.
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Sarah — July 12, 2021 @ 5:11 PM Reply
This recipe was so-so. I kept picking up a hint of flavor that I didn’t like. It might have been the paprika. I seem to be the only reviewer that didn’t absolutely love this dish, so I’m going to give it a 2nd try using mild cheddar and excluding the paprika.
To be fair to the recipe, almost the entire pan was gone and I saw several people go back for seconds. Maybe I have a weird palette? Haha
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Angie — November 7, 2021 @ 5:48 AM Reply
Sarah, it is probably the mustard that you taste. My family doesn’t like the mustard flavor in any Mac n cheese. I omit it and it is yummy! Try that next time.
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Caroline — June 11, 2021 @ 8:58 PM Reply
Made this tonight for my daughters birthday party. Wasn’t sure how it would turn out but the reviews were not wrong! This is insanely good!! Was hoping there would be leftovers but the pan was licked clean! Thank you for this recipe and all your others! I’ve tried many over the years and every single one has been a hit!
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Lori — April 22, 2021 @ 2:33 PM Reply
Oh. My. Word. I’m not a macaroni and cheese lover but this? This is sublime
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Kim Beedling — April 12, 2021 @ 9:51 AM Reply
Amazing! What a great solution when everyone usually fights over the yummy crunchy topping but now there is enough for us all! I can’t believe I didn’t use this sooner. Have I even lived? lol I used Balderson aged cheddar and cavatappi pasta and it was perfection on a sheet pan. Great side for bbq meats.
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Michaela U. — April 12, 2021 @ 6:16 AM Reply
Good morning! I have a question. My husband and children are not fond of sharp cheddar in the least. Do you think it would be okay to substitute mild cheddar instead? Thank you!
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Dawn — February 15, 2021 @ 9:43 AM Reply
Hi there, this looks delicious
Hoping to make this for my food truck- just wanted to clarify, this doesn’t get baked at all, it just gets broiled on the top?
Any help would be appreciated !
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Lisa Jennings — February 5, 2021 @ 5:53 PM Reply
This is 1000/10. So good. Delicious. Scrumptious. Went back for seconds. My husband, 3.5 year old, and 1 year old all heartily approved as well. Make this, you won’t regret it.
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Hillary W — December 26, 2020 @ 2:48 AM Reply
Exceeds expectations!
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Tamara — December 8, 2020 @ 1:00 AM Reply
Delicious! A few nights ago, I told my oldest daughter I was going to make this for dinner and she gave me a huge hug and thanked me in advance. I didn’t even have whole milk or heavy cream (just subbed 2% milk for all of it) and it still came out great as usual. I add chopped fresh chives before serving if I have some on hand. It’s worth mentioning that the rest of the fam loves it too. Thanks for another winner!
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DC — October 12, 2020 @ 8:24 AM Reply
Very nice Mac n cheese which paired great with hot sauce and white wine ! I def should have drained the pasta well (I didn’t) which resulted in a ‘wet’ sauce. My spouse really enjoyed it and we’ll be making it again.
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Alyssa — May 24, 2020 @ 5:14 PM Reply
Hands down the best Mac and cheese I’ve ever had, and I’m a huge Mac and cheese fan. Thank you so much for this. Wow. I accidentally used too much milk and thought it might come out too liquid-y, but I added extra cheese – which you can’t go wrong with anyways – and it totally saved the recipe.
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Natalie — April 13, 2020 @ 6:46 AM Reply
This was delicious and the textbook example of a delicious homemade mac and cheese. I didn’t do it on a sheetpan, however, I did it in a regular baking dish. Worked fine!
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Nicole reed — April 6, 2020 @ 9:59 AM Reply
I have made quite a few mac and cheese recipes using a variety of different ingredients and techniques and this is the best!
The crisp with the creamy is spot on.
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Robin — March 7, 2020 @ 3:20 PM Reply
This is the Mac and cheese to rule all Mac and cheese !
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Brian — February 25, 2020 @ 5:04 PM Reply
Looks great and from all those positive reviews I can’t wait to try it.
I want to make this a ahead of time and was wondering if I might need to bake it for a little while before turning on the broiler.
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Janel — February 24, 2020 @ 2:39 PM Reply
So, so good. My husband who is usually not a big mac and cheese fan gobbled this up. I even caught him grabbing a few extra bites off the sheet pan as we were cleaning up after dinner. Totally easy and damn delicious!
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Jennifer rankin — February 2, 2020 @ 4:15 PM Reply
Best mac n cheese I have ever made. It was amazing and damn delicious. This will be my go to mac n cheese – so good.
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Rosanna — December 24, 2019 @ 6:06 PM Reply
Excited to make this, but need to do it ahead of time. Will it be okay ? Thanks for the recipe, can’t wait !
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Mary C — December 10, 2019 @ 6:55 AM Reply
Excellent….I made this with cashew milk and fat free half and half (because that’s what I had in my refrigerator.) So delicious and comforting. The addition of shallot and garlic to Mac and cheese really took the flavor to a new level.
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Destinee — May 17, 2020 @ 7:50 AM Reply
Did you use 2 cups cashew milk and 1 cup half and half?
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Tracy — December 3, 2019 @ 3:04 PM Reply
I made this for Thanksgiving and I got RAVE REVIEWS! Everyone loved it! I couldn’t try it because I chose not to make it gluten free, but the other 10 people at my table were very happy and fighting over the leftovers 🙂
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TaraO — November 27, 2019 @ 6:32 PM Reply
I made this tonight and realized that there is no other macaroni and cheese that can top this one–it will be my go-to recipe! The crispy top is insanely good.
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Pat — November 19, 2019 @ 11:30 AM Reply
Question: looking to try this recipe for a work potluck this week. Can it be done in a baking dish as opposed to sheet pan?
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — November 19, 2019 @ 1:24 PM Reply
Yes, of course, but you may end up with a thicker layer and less crispy edges!
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Loretta — November 11, 2019 @ 6:18 AM Reply
Delicious! Great leftovers too!
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mary — October 31, 2019 @ 2:48 PM Reply
This recipe was really good. I love that your sheet pan looks as bad as mine! Ha!Ha!
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Kiran Nagra — October 13, 2019 @ 10:49 AM Reply
OMG! this recipe was amazing definitely going in the cookbook! I’m not the best cook but I was very proud of myself at how well this turned out! this was so easy and so damn delicious ! Thank you so much!!
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Meg — October 1, 2019 @ 10:36 AM Reply
This was an AMAZING recipe that came out perfectly. I used a little less of the shredded cheddar and it still came out well. Be prepared to have more than 8 servings – it was a lot, but sooo delicious! This is the best Mac and cheese recipe I’ve ever had.
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — October 1, 2019 @ 10:56 AM Reply
We love hearing that, Meg! Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂
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Laura — September 21, 2019 @ 7:13 AM Reply
We have been searching for a mac n cheese recipe that would check off all the boxes: made from scratch, could be done 100% organic, 15-month and 7yo grandsons love, adults appreciate, and easy to make. This recipe has it all! Whipped this up to serve alongside bbq chicken and a 7-layer salad. It was a huge hit across 3 generations! And when I told them it came from Butters’ and Cartman’s mom…. the kids were even more excited. We follow you on IG every day.
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — September 21, 2019 @ 10:03 AM Reply
Aw, we love that, Laura! Thanks for following along and leaving such a sweet review! 🙂
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Chaitali Dubey — September 20, 2019 @ 1:44 AM Reply
Hi,
I tried this recipe at home yesterday, and it turned out to be really delicious..
Thank you so much for such a yummy recipe.
Gonna save this and will share with others.
Keep sharing 🙂
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Rachel >> Strangers on a Plain — September 18, 2019 @ 4:38 PM Reply
This looks amazing. I can’t wait until I can eat dairy products again. This is at the top of my list.
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Francesco Gatti — September 16, 2019 @ 7:11 AM Reply
Mac and cheese, it’s my all-time favorite recipe. And its looking so much delicious with lots of cheese and creamy texture.Thank you so much for this lovely recipe.
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Emily — September 15, 2019 @ 10:08 PM Reply
Yum! This looks a lot like the recipe I got from my mum that I make all the time. I’d usually use sharp cheddar and then throw in whatever extra cheeses I had left in the fridge, but a while back I started using the Cheddar-Gruyere Melange from Trader Joe’s- I think that cheese was made exactly for this recipe!
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Jen Jollymore — September 15, 2019 @ 4:23 PM Reply
Just what my family felt liked today. The best mac and cheese ever, truley. Give it a try!!
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Nicole Clements — September 15, 2019 @ 12:51 PM Reply
This is the basic recipe I use to make my Mac n Cheese except for the parmesan which sounds delicious. Panko is a favorite pasta topping so that will also be a hit. Can’t wait to try this out – diet be damned!
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — September 15, 2019 @ 3:46 PM Reply
Let us know how you like it, Nicole!
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Joyce — September 15, 2019 @ 12:36 PM Reply
Looks so YUMMY! However, cannot have heavy cream……substitute, please?
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — September 15, 2019 @ 3:45 PM Reply
Hi Joyce! I personally substitute coconut milk for heavy cream, but you have to like the flavor. But as always, please use your best judgment when making substitutions and modifications. Good luck!
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Cindy — September 18, 2019 @ 2:57 PM Reply
Oh man….a photoshoot that I would have loved to crash! Any tips on how to prepare the sheet pan before it goes in the oven? Can’t wait to make this very soon!
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Laura — September 21, 2019 @ 7:16 AM Reply
I sprayed ours with avocado oil and it simply rinsed clean after broiling. I use a stainless Nordicware sheet. Not even non-stick.
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Steffi — October 1, 2019 @ 3:15 PM Reply
Can you use olive oil or canola oil spray?? I cannot have avocados
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G Browder — September 15, 2019 @ 12:30 PM Reply
Please include the nutritional guide for your recipes. i am on a low sodium diet. It would be appreciated.
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — September 15, 2019 @ 3:47 PM Reply
Nutritional information is provided only for select recipes at this time. However, if it is not available for a specific recipe, we recommend using free online resources at your discretion (you can Google “nutritional calculator”). Hope that helps!
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deb in sc — September 15, 2019 @ 11:47 AM Reply
This looks INCREDIBLE…..only problem is that the broiler on my oven is broken…any chance of baking? and if yes, what temp and how long? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
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Chungah @ Damn Delicious — September 15, 2019 @ 11:51 AM Reply
Deb, the broiling is actually very crucial here to get those amazing crispy bits! You can try to bake it for a little bit longer at the highest temperature possible. Good luck!
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deb in sc — September 15, 2019 @ 1:51 PM Reply
thx…..wish I had been at YOUR photo shoot :~(
EA — March 24, 2024 @ 2:57 PM Reply
I’ve made this recipe several times, beginning on New Year’s Eve and it’s been a huge hit every time! The only thing I changes was use Cavatappi noodles instead of elbows. It’s always amazing!
D'ette — January 20, 2024 @ 4:59 PM Reply
This was freakin delicious and made a ton! I’ve been wanting to try a new recipe for Mac and cheese and this checked all the boxes including being daily quick to put together and get on the table. Thank you for sharing your recipes!
Debbie Kimbrough — November 24, 2023 @ 3:51 PM Reply
sounds delicious
Tamara Almendinger — October 26, 2023 @ 12:29 PM Reply
I made about 1/2 the recipe but instead of steps 3&4 making the sauce), I added a pint of ready made lobster bisque for a really delicious lobster Mac n cheese. With the sheet pan finish under the broiler…wow!
Magpie — July 17, 2022 @ 6:22 PM Reply
Soo good. Beyond my expectations. Mustard adds a nice tang. I chose to season my breadcrumbs. I did not have any panko. Made this as a side for some smoked ribs. Definitely sharing this recipe and making again!
Erin — January 22, 2022 @ 3:36 PM Reply
Ah mazing! 5 stars for sure. Company loved it.
SarahDee — December 25, 2021 @ 7:22 PM Reply
This is freaking delicious. I’ve made many baked Mac and cheese recipes and I loved this one the best. It’s creamy and rich and the mild garlic/shallot flavour elevates it. And the crispy topping is to die for. The only changes I made were to use 1/3 Monterey Jack cheese in place of some of the aged cheddar because I had to use it up. And I skipped the mustard as I don’t love that flavour in mac and cheese. The rest of the recipe is spot on and I think it will do well with a variety of cheese substitutions as long as they’re good melting cheeses.
Rebecca Brown — November 21, 2021 @ 4:56 AM Reply
I made this recipe last night and it turned out great. We loved it. I left out the mustard because my daughter thinks she doesn’t like that in macaroni and cheese. Otherwise I followed the instructions as is. The combination of cheese and breadcrumbs on top created the best crunch. The mac and cheese below the crunch is super creamy.
Kerry Conley — November 14, 2021 @ 1:25 PM Reply
The BEST Mac and cheese recipe! It is so easy and a huge hit in my house.
Cindy — November 8, 2021 @ 7:26 PM Reply
This looks amazing. I too would like to know if it could be made ahead of time to step 5 and then finished prior to dining time.
A different Cindy.
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Rebecca Brown — November 21, 2021 @ 4:58 AM Reply
Hi Cindy, I think it depends how far in advance you want to make it. I assembled everything a couple of hours before putting it under the broiler. But if you put it in the refrigerator and all the ingredients get cold you would probably want to bring it to room temperature because it only spends 15 minutes in the oven.
Patricia Lewers — November 7, 2021 @ 2:51 AM Reply
Sounds delish. I must try the mac and cheese
Ina — November 6, 2021 @ 5:50 PM Reply
Delicious! I’ve tried about a billion different mac n cheese recipes and nothing ever stood out. This one did! Our family loved it. So crunchy and flavorful. Thank you. I do have one question… I know it’s an older recipe and I looked at the reviews to see if it was already asked but would this be okay to make this ahead of time (keeping the pasta and topping separate)? I’ve made mac n cheese ahead before and it is never as creamy and good as it is fresh.
Cindy — November 6, 2021 @ 4:30 PM Reply
This looks amazing. Could I assemble this through step 5 and the finish the rest prior to serving?
Would like to have this made prior to family arriving.
Nicole — September 17, 2021 @ 7:24 AM Reply
Turned out great! I froze the leftovers (we only had 4 of us at the dinner) and it reheated great. I used some seasoned PC panko and super delicious. I will be making this again.
Sarah — July 12, 2021 @ 5:11 PM Reply
This recipe was so-so. I kept picking up a hint of flavor that I didn’t like. It might have been the paprika. I seem to be the only reviewer that didn’t absolutely love this dish, so I’m going to give it a 2nd try using mild cheddar and excluding the paprika.
To be fair to the recipe, almost the entire pan was gone and I saw several people go back for seconds. Maybe I have a weird palette? Haha
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Angie — November 7, 2021 @ 5:48 AM Reply
Sarah, it is probably the mustard that you taste. My family doesn’t like the mustard flavor in any Mac n cheese. I omit it and it is yummy! Try that next time.
Caroline — June 11, 2021 @ 8:58 PM Reply
Made this tonight for my daughters birthday party. Wasn’t sure how it would turn out but the reviews were not wrong! This is insanely good!! Was hoping there would be leftovers but the pan was licked clean! Thank you for this recipe and all your others! I’ve tried many over the years and every single one has been a hit!
Lori — April 22, 2021 @ 2:33 PM Reply
Oh. My. Word. I’m not a macaroni and cheese lover but this? This is sublime
Kim Beedling — April 12, 2021 @ 9:51 AM Reply
Amazing! What a great solution when everyone usually fights over the yummy crunchy topping but now there is enough for us all! I can’t believe I didn’t use this sooner. Have I even lived? lol I used Balderson aged cheddar and cavatappi pasta and it was perfection on a sheet pan. Great side for bbq meats.
Michaela U. — April 12, 2021 @ 6:16 AM Reply
Good morning! I have a question. My husband and children are not fond of sharp cheddar in the least. Do you think it would be okay to substitute mild cheddar instead? Thank you!
Dawn — February 15, 2021 @ 9:43 AM Reply
Hi there, this looks delicious
Hoping to make this for my food truck- just wanted to clarify, this doesn’t get baked at all, it just gets broiled on the top?
Any help would be appreciated !
Lisa Jennings — February 5, 2021 @ 5:53 PM Reply
This is 1000/10. So good. Delicious. Scrumptious. Went back for seconds. My husband, 3.5 year old, and 1 year old all heartily approved as well. Make this, you won’t regret it.
Hillary W — December 26, 2020 @ 2:48 AM Reply
Exceeds expectations!
Tamara — December 8, 2020 @ 1:00 AM Reply
Delicious! A few nights ago, I told my oldest daughter I was going to make this for dinner and she gave me a huge hug and thanked me in advance. I didn’t even have whole milk or heavy cream (just subbed 2% milk for all of it) and it still came out great as usual. I add chopped fresh chives before serving if I have some on hand. It’s worth mentioning that the rest of the fam loves it too. Thanks for another winner!
DC — October 12, 2020 @ 8:24 AM Reply
Very nice Mac n cheese which paired great with hot sauce and white wine ! I def should have drained the pasta well (I didn’t) which resulted in a ‘wet’ sauce. My spouse really enjoyed it and we’ll be making it again.
Alyssa — May 24, 2020 @ 5:14 PM Reply
Hands down the best Mac and cheese I’ve ever had, and I’m a huge Mac and cheese fan. Thank you so much for this. Wow. I accidentally used too much milk and thought it might come out too liquid-y, but I added extra cheese – which you can’t go wrong with anyways – and it totally saved the recipe.
Natalie — April 13, 2020 @ 6:46 AM Reply
This was delicious and the textbook example of a delicious homemade mac and cheese. I didn’t do it on a sheetpan, however, I did it in a regular baking dish. Worked fine!
Nicole reed — April 6, 2020 @ 9:59 AM Reply
I have made quite a few mac and cheese recipes using a variety of different ingredients and techniques and this is the best!
The crisp with the creamy is spot on.
Robin — March 7, 2020 @ 3:20 PM Reply
This is the Mac and cheese to rule all Mac and cheese !
Brian — February 25, 2020 @ 5:04 PM Reply
Looks great and from all those positive reviews I can’t wait to try it.
I want to make this a ahead of time and was wondering if I might need to bake it for a little while before turning on the broiler.
Janel — February 24, 2020 @ 2:39 PM Reply
So, so good. My husband who is usually not a big mac and cheese fan gobbled this up. I even caught him grabbing a few extra bites off the sheet pan as we were cleaning up after dinner. Totally easy and damn delicious!
Jennifer rankin — February 2, 2020 @ 4:15 PM Reply
Best mac n cheese I have ever made. It was amazing and damn delicious. This will be my go to mac n cheese – so good.
Rosanna — December 24, 2019 @ 6:06 PM Reply
Excited to make this, but need to do it ahead of time. Will it be okay ? Thanks for the recipe, can’t wait !
Mary C — December 10, 2019 @ 6:55 AM Reply
Excellent….I made this with cashew milk and fat free half and half (because that’s what I had in my refrigerator.) So delicious and comforting. The addition of shallot and garlic to Mac and cheese really took the flavor to a new level.
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Destinee — May 17, 2020 @ 7:50 AM Reply
Did you use 2 cups cashew milk and 1 cup half and half?
Tracy — December 3, 2019 @ 3:04 PM Reply
I made this for Thanksgiving and I got RAVE REVIEWS! Everyone loved it! I couldn’t try it because I chose not to make it gluten free, but the other 10 people at my table were very happy and fighting over the leftovers 🙂
TaraO — November 27, 2019 @ 6:32 PM Reply
I made this tonight and realized that there is no other macaroni and cheese that can top this one–it will be my go-to recipe! The crispy top is insanely good.
Pat — November 19, 2019 @ 11:30 AM Reply
Question: looking to try this recipe for a work potluck this week. Can it be done in a baking dish as opposed to sheet pan?
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — November 19, 2019 @ 1:24 PM Reply
Yes, of course, but you may end up with a thicker layer and less crispy edges!
Loretta — November 11, 2019 @ 6:18 AM Reply
Delicious! Great leftovers too!
mary — October 31, 2019 @ 2:48 PM Reply
This recipe was really good. I love that your sheet pan looks as bad as mine! Ha!Ha!
Kiran Nagra — October 13, 2019 @ 10:49 AM Reply
OMG! this recipe was amazing definitely going in the cookbook! I’m not the best cook but I was very proud of myself at how well this turned out! this was so easy and so damn delicious ! Thank you so much!!
Meg — October 1, 2019 @ 10:36 AM Reply
This was an AMAZING recipe that came out perfectly. I used a little less of the shredded cheddar and it still came out well. Be prepared to have more than 8 servings – it was a lot, but sooo delicious! This is the best Mac and cheese recipe I’ve ever had.
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — October 1, 2019 @ 10:56 AM Reply
We love hearing that, Meg! Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂
Laura — September 21, 2019 @ 7:13 AM Reply
We have been searching for a mac n cheese recipe that would check off all the boxes: made from scratch, could be done 100% organic, 15-month and 7yo grandsons love, adults appreciate, and easy to make. This recipe has it all! Whipped this up to serve alongside bbq chicken and a 7-layer salad. It was a huge hit across 3 generations! And when I told them it came from Butters’ and Cartman’s mom…. the kids were even more excited. We follow you on IG every day.
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — September 21, 2019 @ 10:03 AM Reply
Aw, we love that, Laura! Thanks for following along and leaving such a sweet review! 🙂
Chaitali Dubey — September 20, 2019 @ 1:44 AM Reply
Hi,
I tried this recipe at home yesterday, and it turned out to be really delicious..
Thank you so much for such a yummy recipe.
Gonna save this and will share with others.
Keep sharing 🙂
Rachel >> Strangers on a Plain — September 18, 2019 @ 4:38 PM Reply
This looks amazing. I can’t wait until I can eat dairy products again. This is at the top of my list.
Francesco Gatti — September 16, 2019 @ 7:11 AM Reply
Mac and cheese, it’s my all-time favorite recipe. And its looking so much delicious with lots of cheese and creamy texture.Thank you so much for this lovely recipe.
Emily — September 15, 2019 @ 10:08 PM Reply
Yum! This looks a lot like the recipe I got from my mum that I make all the time. I’d usually use sharp cheddar and then throw in whatever extra cheeses I had left in the fridge, but a while back I started using the Cheddar-Gruyere Melange from Trader Joe’s- I think that cheese was made exactly for this recipe!
Jen Jollymore — September 15, 2019 @ 4:23 PM Reply
Just what my family felt liked today. The best mac and cheese ever, truley. Give it a try!!
Nicole Clements — September 15, 2019 @ 12:51 PM Reply
This is the basic recipe I use to make my Mac n Cheese except for the parmesan which sounds delicious. Panko is a favorite pasta topping so that will also be a hit. Can’t wait to try this out – diet be damned!
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — September 15, 2019 @ 3:46 PM Reply
Let us know how you like it, Nicole!
Joyce — September 15, 2019 @ 12:36 PM Reply
Looks so YUMMY! However, cannot have heavy cream……substitute, please?
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — September 15, 2019 @ 3:45 PM Reply
Hi Joyce! I personally substitute coconut milk for heavy cream, but you have to like the flavor. But as always, please use your best judgment when making substitutions and modifications. Good luck!
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Cindy — September 18, 2019 @ 2:57 PM Reply
Oh man….a photoshoot that I would have loved to crash! Any tips on how to prepare the sheet pan before it goes in the oven? Can’t wait to make this very soon!
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Laura — September 21, 2019 @ 7:16 AM Reply
I sprayed ours with avocado oil and it simply rinsed clean after broiling. I use a stainless Nordicware sheet. Not even non-stick.
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Steffi — October 1, 2019 @ 3:15 PM Reply
Can you use olive oil or canola oil spray?? I cannot have avocados
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G Browder — September 15, 2019 @ 12:30 PM Reply
Please include the nutritional guide for your recipes. i am on a low sodium diet. It would be appreciated.
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Jana @ Damn Delicious — September 15, 2019 @ 3:47 PM Reply
Nutritional information is provided only for select recipes at this time. However, if it is not available for a specific recipe, we recommend using free online resources at your discretion (you can Google “nutritional calculator”). Hope that helps!
deb in sc — September 15, 2019 @ 11:47 AM Reply
This looks INCREDIBLE…..only problem is that the broiler on my oven is broken…any chance of baking? and if yes, what temp and how long? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
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Chungah @ Damn Delicious — September 15, 2019 @ 11:51 AM Reply
Deb, the broiling is actually very crucial here to get those amazing crispy bits! You can try to bake it for a little bit longer at the highest temperature possible. Good luck!
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deb in sc — September 15, 2019 @ 1:51 PM Reply
thx…..wish I had been at YOUR photo shoot :~(
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