Barilla® Classic Baked Mac & Cheese
Barilla® Classic Baked Mac & Cheese
30 minutes total
Sharp cheddar cheese, parmesan, and heavy cream are combined with pasta, topped with breadcrumbs, and baked to perfection.
This simple yet delicious baked mac and cheese recipe is one of our favorites. Sharp Cheddar, Parmesan cheese, elbows, and cream are combined with salt and white pepper. The mac and cheese is topped with a delicious panko breadcrumb mixture, and baked till golden brown. For a stove top version of this recipe, check out Chef Tim's Mac and Cheese.
For a twist on this classic baked mac and cheese recipe, try swapping the garlic and parsley in the breadcrumb mixture for 2 teaspoons of Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto. For a visual tutorial of this variation, check out this recipe video!
Macaroni & Cheese Recipes
Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1/2 | Cup: Panko breadcrumbs |
| 1 | Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil |
| 1 | Tablespoon garlic, minced |
| 1 | Teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped |
| 1 | Box Barilla® Elbows pasta |
| 3 | Cups heavy cream |
| 4 | Cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded |
| 1/2 | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated |
| To taste | Salt and white pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Pre-heat oven to 425 ºF.
Step 2
In a skillet over medium heat add olive oil, garlic, and breadcrumb. Toss until toasted, about 2-3 minutes. Add parsley, then remove from the skillet.
Step 3
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions.
Step 4
Meanwhile, in a skillet bring cream to a boil, simmer for 3 minutes. Turn off heat and whisk in cheeses, seasoning to taste.
Step 5
Drain pasta thoroughly and mix with cheese sauce. Place in a 13” x 9” greased baking dish, let sit 10 minutes.
Step 6
Top pasta with toasted breadcrumbs and place in the oven until breadcrumbs gets crunchy and slightly brown.
Elbows
Elbows, Gomiti or Chifferi in Italian, is named for its twisted tubular shape that can vary in size and be either smooth or ridged. Pasta Elbows originated from Northern and Central Italy, where they are traditionally used in soups.
Barilla® Elbow pasta is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.
- Shape Short
- Cook time 7–8 mins
- Range Classic Blue Box