Mac and Cheese recipes
Creamy Mac and Cheese Recipes
Great mac and cheese comes down to a smooth sauce that does not turn grainy. The classic baked version uses a butter and flour sauce with sharp cheddar and Gruyère under a crisp panko topping, while creamy stovetop mac and cheese uses evaporated milk and is ready in 20 minutes.
There are also one-pot, broccoli and cheeseburger versions, a high-protein mac made with chickpea or lentil pasta, a vegan mac and cheese, and richer bakes with lobster, buffalo chicken or jalapeño popper flavours. Slow cooker mac and cheese starts with uncooked pasta and serves 10 as a side.
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Quick answer
For creamy mac and cheese, cook the pasta just short of al dente, make a smooth sauce and stir in freshly grated cheese over low heat or off the heat so it melts without turning grainy. Savour's quickest versions are high-protein and creamy stovetop mac and cheese, 20 minutes each. Classic baked mac and cheese bakes at 190°C (375°F) for 20-25 minutes, until bubbling and golden.
- Recipes
- 13
- Average total time
- 1 hr 4 mins
- Quickest
- High-Protein Mac and Cheese (20 mins)
- Rated Easy
- 11 of 13
- Average calories
- 580 per serving
- Newest
- Classic Baked Mac and Cheese
All Mac and Cheese Recipes (13)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my mac and cheese grainy?
The sauce got too hot after the cheese went in, or pre-shredded cheese with anti-caking starch was used. Grate the cheese yourself and stir it in off the heat.
What is the best cheese for mac and cheese?
A sharp, aged cheddar gives the most flavour. Mix it with a good melting cheese such as Gruyère, Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a smooth, stretchy sauce.
Can I make mac and cheese ahead?
Yes. Assemble baked mac and cheese, cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day, then bake for an extra 10 to 15 minutes until hot in the centre.
How do I make mac and cheese in a slow cooker?
Slow cooker mac and cheese uses uncooked pasta. Cook it on LOW for 2 to 2½ hours, stirring every 30 minutes, and start checking at 1½ hours so the pasta does not turn soft. It serves 10 as a side, at about 470 calories and 22 g of protein per serving.