For an even richer flavor, use a combination of sharp and mild Cheddar cheeses. Don't overcook the pasta; it will continue to cook in the oven. Al dente is key! If you don't have Havarti, Monterey Jack or Gruyere cheese make excellent substitutes. For a crispy topping, mix the remaining cheddar with 1/4 cup of panko bread crumbs before sprinkling over the top.
Fancy-But-Easy Mac N' Cheese
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME55 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS211
Elevate your comfort food game with this deceptively simple Mac N' Cheese. It looks like you've fussed for hours, but it's surprisingly quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a weeknight indulgence or a sophisticated potluck contribution.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate56 g
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Cholesterol65 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein20 g
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Saturated Fat14 g
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Sodium1175 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat23 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Place the diced red onion in a large pot of lightly salted water and bring to a boil. (2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Add the pasta shells and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes; drain well, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water. (12 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Transfer the cooked onion and pasta to a 9x13 inch casserole dish. Season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic salt. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Stir in the butter and brown sugar until the butter is melted and evenly distributed. (1 minute)
06 Step
Recipe View Add the condensed Cheddar cheese soup, Havarti cheese, Parmesan cheese, and 1/3 cup of the shredded Cheddar cheese. Stir until well combined, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the dish. (1 minute)
08 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through. (45 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View Change the oven setting to 'Broil' and cook until the top is golden brown and bubbly, about 3-5 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. (5 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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Sandy Veum
Jun 13, 2025The brown sugar adds a really nice sweetness that balances out the richness of the cheese.
Billy Hegmann
May 28, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver! My kids love it, and it's so easy to make.
Buford Powlowski
Jan 29, 2025I added some cooked bacon bits to mine, and it was amazing!
Dorris Marquardt
Jan 7, 2025I used Gruyere cheese instead of Havarti, and it was delicious.
Zita Larson
Oct 17, 2024This is the perfect comfort food!
Newton Stark
Mar 12, 2024I found that 45 minutes was a little too long in my oven, so I reduced the baking time to 35 minutes.
Cristina Dicki
Sep 26, 2023I love that you can customize this recipe with different cheeses and toppings.