Name: Mike’s Farm Mac and Cheese: The Ultimate Comfort Food
Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni; 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded gouda; ½ cup gruyere cheese (optional for added depth); 2 cups whole milk; ½ cup heavy cream; ½ cup butter; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; ½ tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp onion powder; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup breadcrumbs for the crunchy top

Ingredients

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Ingredients:

- 2 cups elbow macaroni

- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

- 1 cup shredded gouda

- ½ cup gruyere cheese (optional for added depth)

- 2 cups whole milk

- ½ cup heavy cream

- ½ cup butter

- ¼ cup all-purpose flour

- ½ tsp garlic powder

- ½ tsp onion powder

- Salt and pepper to taste

- 1 cup breadcrumbs for the crunchy top

Instructions

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth.

1. Slowly pour in milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

1. Add the cheddar, gouda, and gruyere cheeses, stirring until the mixture is creamy and melted.

1. Mix in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

1. Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni and stir until well-coated.

1. Pour the mixture into a baking dish, sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly on top.

1. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden and crunchy.