Creamy Mac & Cheese

I have been working on my Creamy Mac & Cheese for years and finally nailed down the perfect recipe! So many people love this recipe because you don’t need to make a roux, and you do not need an egg. This recipe is a guaranteed show-stopper at any event because it is creamy and cheesy but also drop-dead gorgeous- I mean, look at her. 😉

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Why everyone loves this Recipe

It’s easy- A huge part of the reason I developed this recipe is that many home cooks struggle with making a roux. It does take practice, and if you don’t cook out the flour long enough or if your liquid ratio is off, your cheese sauce will come out too thick. The roux step made my original recipe very intimating, and I always strive for easy recipes that anyone can make, regardless of experience.

It’s creamy– The inside of this Mac and Cheese is so deliciously creamy and moist! When trying different Mac and cheese recipes, I found that even the ones that nailed the creaminess had a dryer sauce.

It’s cheesy- The cheeses I chose are appropriate because they have a balance of flavors and melt nicely. A cheese pull is mandatory, especially if you bring this to Thanksgiving dinner or a family potluck!

Tips for making the perfect Cheese Sauce

Buy Good Cheese

Buy the good stuff (if you can). If you’re trying to budget, I would suggest shopping at Aldi as they have amazing cheese options for affordable prices. Personally Tillamook is my cheese of preference. The cheese is perfectly salted and melts wonderfully. 

Grate your own cheese- Store bought shredded cheeses contains cultures and preservatives that prevent the cheese from melting properly and change the taste of the cheeses. Not only are cheese blocks usually a lot cheaper than pre-shredded cheese, you’ll get better flavor and texture if you grate your own. This is a non-negotiable step.

Take your time- Although this is an easy recipe, it’s not a recipe I would suggest rushing through. Follow the steps slowly to ensure the best possible outcome. I mean, the ingredients aren’t cheap- do it right!

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Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 box and a half of Elbow Pasta Noodles
  • Heavy Cream
  • Cheese
  • Spices
  • Butter

Substitutions and Recipe Variations

Make it without Heavy Cream- Don’t have heavy cream? No problem! Use evaporated milk instead!

Make it with another noodle- Don’t have elbows? Use cavatappi!

Make it with pre-shredded cheese- While I highly recommend using freshly grated cheese, it’s perfectly fine to use pre-shredded cheese, freshly grated just melts better!

Make it Keto- If your keto, this is the perfect recipe for you. Substitute the macaroni noodles for, boiled cauliflower!

How to make Baked Macaroni and Cheese

  1. Grate your cheeses. Divide into 3 parts
  2. Boil your noodles.
  3. Make your cheese sauce
  4. Mix your noodles with your cheese sauce. Save some cheese sauce for layering.
  5. Add half your noodle sauce to a 13×9 Baking Dish, layer some cheese sauce and shredded cheese on top of half the noodles and then add the rest of the noodles on top. Repeat this process, your final dish should have a fully covered shredded cheese top.
  6. Bake your four cheese Mac & Cheese at 350 degrees until cheese is fully melted. This should be about 20-25 minutes. Broil on high until you have a bubbly golden brown top.

FAQ

My Cheese sauce is watery! What should I do?

Add more or your reserved cheese or continue to allow your cheese to melt while stirring. Your sauce will also thicken up over time

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes! You can make this recipe up to two days before and save the baking part before serving!

Can I make this recipe in the crockpot?

Yes! Use the recipe the same way and add all of your ingredients to the slow cooker on low heat until the top layer of cheese is melted.

Mac & cheese spoonful

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Mac & cheese themoodyfoody Toni Chapman

Creamy Mac & Cheese

Creamy, cheesy 4 cheese Mac & cheese
4.99 from 84 votes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Cheese Grater

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 box/lb macaroni noodles 1 box and a half! 24oz of noodles in total!I also love to use cavatappi noodles for this recipe!
  • 16 oz sharp cheddar freshly grated
  • 16 oz Colby jack cheese
  • 8 oz Gouda
  • 8 oz mozarella cheese
  • 6 cups heavy cream
  • 4 tbsps salted butter
  • 4 oz cream cheese optional
  • 2 tsps salt
  • 2 tsp chicken bouillon
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ground mustard
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp adobo

Instructions
 

  • Grate your cheeses using the large shredder and set them aside. If you come across any small chunks that are too petite to grate, be sure to save them!
    Shredded Cheese
  • Cook your macaroni noodles following the instructions on the package. Enhance the water with chicken bouillon for added flavor.
  • In a spacious sauce pot, melt butter on low heat, and gradually pour in the heavy cream. Whisk the mixture smoothly.
  • Start incorporating approximately 50% of your shredded cheeses until well blended. Introduce cream cheese last, allowing the cheese to melt and simmer on low heat. Season with spices and taste to perfection.
  • Combine your elbow noodles with the cream sauce, tossing in the small extra chunks of cheese. Aim for a creamy, wet mixture that produces a satisfying sound when mixed.
    Mac and cheese mixed
  • Transfer the mixture into a 13×9 baking dish, starting with half of your noodles. Layer with a light coating of cheese sauce and your shredded cheese mix. Add the remaining noodles and finish by topping with a generous layer of shredded cheese. If more cheese is needed for the top, opt for cheddar or Colby jack.
  • Bake at 350 degrees until the cheese is melted.
  • Broil for 2 minutes at the end for a nice golden brown top
    Mac & Cheese in the broiler

Notes

If your heat is too high- your sauce will be gritty
 
you your sauce is watery, continue to melt 
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155 Comments

  1. Rosa November 17, 2022 at 8:06 am

    5 stars
    I love ❤️ all your recipes ? ? ♥️

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  2. Pamela November 19, 2022 at 6:55 pm

    1.5 boxes of macaroni. What size is this box???

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      1. Shay November 23, 2022 at 4:03 pm

        What kind of guada do I use?, Thank you

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    1. Brian November 22, 2022 at 2:12 am

      1 1b is the standard size. Assuming 1.5 lbs.

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      1. Toni Chapman November 22, 2022 at 7:59 am

        Yes, thank you Brian. This is for 1.5 box

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  3. Jaclyn November 20, 2022 at 2:25 pm

    Is this 1.5 of 1lb boxes? Or 2lb?

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  4. Stephanie November 20, 2022 at 7:03 pm

    5 stars
    I made this today and it was amazing! It’ll be the only Mac and cheese recipe I’ll be using from now on. (and I’ve tried a lot)

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  5. Shonda November 20, 2022 at 10:40 pm

    5 stars
    Made this today as a trial run for the holidays and it was amazing. My whole family loved it. My son who is a very picky about his baked Mac and cheese had three servings. Thank you so much for sharing.

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      1. Alexis November 25, 2022 at 3:07 am

        5 stars
        Tried it for thanksgiving and it was a hit at both parties I attended! This will be my new Mac n cheese recipe from now on! Super simple too!

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      2. Jennifer Kincade December 25, 2023 at 3:19 pm

        5 stars
        This MAC N CHEESE is EVERYTHING!!!! I cooked this at Thanksgiving and it was devoured!! Here I am Christmas Day cooking it again because my husband requested it!!!!

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    1. Regina November 23, 2022 at 9:12 pm

      5 stars
      This was soo good. 10/10. My new go-to Mac recipe.

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  6. Niki November 20, 2022 at 10:45 pm

    Is the mozzarella needed fresh or low moisture? This looks great-thank you!

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  7. Sierra V. November 21, 2022 at 2:32 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe looks amazing! Definitely gonna try it out this Thanksgiving. However, how many minuets do I bake in the oven for?

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    1. Toni Chapman November 21, 2022 at 3:45 pm

      All ovens are different about 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted. then broil at the end!

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  8. Yordanos Asfaha November 21, 2022 at 6:32 pm

    Can’t wait to try & make this for Thxgiving. Looks so yummy!

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  9. Jurika November 22, 2022 at 9:01 am

    I know this may be a silly question, but I’m going to ask anyways. So I’m making this for thanksgiving but I’m making a 4lb box of macaroni. Do you recommend I double the recipe?

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  10. Kblackburn November 23, 2022 at 12:06 am

    5 stars
    Can’t wait to try this recipe! Usually when doing baked Mac and cheese, I see a lot of recipes say, cook the noodles Al dente or maybe even a minute less than box timing for Al dente bc it’s going to continue cooking in the oven, and you don’t want your noodles to be too mushy..would you say you cook your noodles Al dente or to the full instruction time? Bc of your short bake time of 10 mins and 2 mins broil, do you find that makes your noodles really really soft? Thank you! Looks delish.

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  11. Em November 23, 2022 at 12:41 am

    Hi Toni! So my store is completely out of heavy cream. Would half and half work? I know it’ll be less decadent, but would it be an ok substitute? If so, would I still use 6 cups? Thank you!

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    1. Toni Chapman November 23, 2022 at 9:48 am

      Hi Em, I would bring it down to 4 cups and increase the cheese by 4oz!

      Reply
  12. Yvette Shavers November 23, 2022 at 8:26 am

    5 stars
    Love your content will be getting around to trying them all thank you

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  13. Ken November 23, 2022 at 9:05 am

    I know you said you don’t use eggs, but I thought that was done to hold the noodles together

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    1. Toni Chapman November 23, 2022 at 9:50 am

      I dont use eggs. Every recipe is different!

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      1. Jess November 23, 2022 at 3:24 pm

        Thanks, this is great! Could I prepare most of it the night before and then bake it for 10 minutes right before serving?

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        1. Toni Chapman November 23, 2022 at 4:21 pm

          absolutely! you may need to bake 15 minutes and broil for about 2-3 though!

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  14. Courtney November 23, 2022 at 2:43 pm

    I am going to use this for the holiday tomorrow, seems straight forward! Thank you for sharing!

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    1. Toni Chapman November 23, 2022 at 4:25 pm

      Thank you for using this recipe! <3

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      1. Taylor November 24, 2022 at 12:16 pm

        5 stars
        Making this today for thanksgiving!! I made sure to do a trial run beforehand it came out so good!!

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        1. Toni Chapman November 24, 2022 at 12:21 pm

          nice!!! that’s what i’m talking about!

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  15. Arie November 23, 2022 at 2:57 pm

    hi, do you know approximately how much cheese would be put in the cheese mixture/sauce? It’s my first time trying Mac and cheese and it says 75% but do you happen to know how much in ounces or cups? Thank you! This looks really good.

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    1. Toni Chapman November 23, 2022 at 4:22 pm

      Hi arie,

      it doesn’t have to be exact. use most of your cheese for the sauce and leave about 6 ounces for layering! Goodluck!

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      1. Arie November 24, 2022 at 9:11 pm

        5 stars
        Thank you so much! Everyone loved it! I’m officially the Mac and cheese auntie lol

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  16. Shannon November 23, 2022 at 5:15 pm

    Can I put this together the night before then bake the next day or will the noodles get mushy? Should I cook the noodles for a less amount of time?

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    1. Toni Chapman November 23, 2022 at 5:25 pm

      The noodles won’t get mushy. You can cook them aldente and bake the next day.

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  17. Kim November 23, 2022 at 8:27 pm

    Thanks so much for the free recipe!! Going to try it tomorrow, I’ve been going over it all day?! Also love the quick responses. Happy holidays to you and your family and may success and blessings continue to follow you.

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    1. Toni Chapman November 23, 2022 at 9:34 pm

      Hi Kim, goodluck! You got this and i’m here if anything 🙂

      Reply
      1. Kim November 24, 2022 at 2:27 pm

        I’ don’t have heavy cream.. Is evaporated milk ok? Stores we’re out

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          1. Kim November 24, 2022 at 2:40 pm

            5 stars
            Ok thanks so much. 6 cups??

  18. Lucy November 23, 2022 at 9:08 pm

    Hi. I need a bit of help, at what temperature should I cook the cheese sauce?

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  19. Izzy November 23, 2022 at 9:33 pm

    Is the salt for the water when cooking the noodles? Or is the to be added when mixing the other spices?

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  20. Jamie November 23, 2022 at 11:11 pm

    Excited to try this recipe! I bought panko bread crumbs to add a bit of crunch. The recipe sounds great on its own, but if you were adding panko, at what point would you add that to the top so it doesn’t burn but also gets melty? Thanks! So excited to try this!

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    1. Toni Chapman November 24, 2022 at 8:24 am

      hi, i would put them on before baking 🙂

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  21. McCall Queen November 24, 2022 at 12:13 am

    My question is in regards to the chicken bouillon. I only have the cubes (not sure if they come another way). Should I use one or two? Thank you! I’m excited to try this version of Mac-N-Cheese. My husband is super picky about his Mac-N-Cheese but I’m gonna knock his socks off with this one I just know!

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    1. Toni Chapman November 24, 2022 at 8:22 am

      1 chicken bouillon! crush it up!

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  22. Mary November 24, 2022 at 8:41 am

    5 stars
    Happy Thanksgiving! I’m so excited to try this recipe out! When you make your version of a “roux”, do you let the heavy cream boil as you wait for all that cheese to melt? What should my flame be at? I’ve had issues with my milk curdling while the Shredded cheese won’t melt when making a traditional Mac n cheese recipe. I really hope this recipe is the fix to all my problems!

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    1. Toni Chapman November 24, 2022 at 9:04 am

      Hi mary, I don’t make a roux in this recipe, so I don’t understand your question. But, heat your heavy cream and toss in your cheeses!

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  23. Patricia November 24, 2022 at 1:05 pm

    5 stars
    We made this today. It looks amazing. Waiting to bake for our dinner this evening. Absolutely love your recipe. I tasted at every step and really incredible flavor!

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  24. Savannah Marsala November 24, 2022 at 1:35 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely loved this recipe, my boys loved it as well!! It will be my new go to
    Thank you for this delicious recipe. Question though
    Can this be made ahead

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  25. Nat Bonello November 24, 2022 at 2:41 pm

    5 stars
    Best macaroni I’ve ever made! Nice and creamy (mine always came out dry, please don’t judge me ?) Thank you for making our Thanksgiving dinner amazing!

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    1. Toni Chapman November 24, 2022 at 3:04 pm

      ofc I won’t judge happy you loved my recipe ❤️?

      Reply
  26. Vanessa Velasco November 24, 2022 at 2:48 pm

    5 stars
    Trying this tonight. Followed step by step… tried the pasta before adding it to the pan to bake and oh my goodness!! Can’t wait foe the final product.

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  27. Miranda Holmes November 24, 2022 at 3:24 pm

    Made this today for Thanksgiving and my family absolutely loved it. I’m not the greatest at cooking but this recipe was so easy and fun as we all cooked together!

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  28. Tori November 24, 2022 at 5:48 pm

    5 stars
    I follow you on TikTok and I made this for Thanksgiving today and I think it may just be my new favorite recipe for Mac and cheese ?❤️ thank you.

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  29. Cynthia November 24, 2022 at 6:29 pm

    5 stars
    OMG! My sister always made the Mac and Cheese and I had the Dressing. Then covid happened and every holiday since I’ve tried to find a Mac and Cheese recipe to call my own! AND FINALLY THIS IS IT! The search is over! Thank you for sharing it on IG! My family LOVES it!

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  30. Janice Coquia November 24, 2022 at 6:35 pm

    I’m filipino and my husband is black. I have dreaded thanksgiving because my kraft never added up to his dads mac n cheese. This year we stayed home and I needed to cook something so I did you recipe and IM IN! ITS DELICIOUS! Thank you!

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  31. Latifa Boyce November 24, 2022 at 7:51 pm

    This is the best recipe! Thank you Toni! First time making it without flour or egg and I am finally happy with it. Kudos and thanks for sharing and making my holiday meal great! So good 🙂

    Reply
  32. Decima M. Ashcraft November 24, 2022 at 8:50 pm

    5 stars
    I made this recipe today and it was a HIT!!! So good!!

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  33. Katrice November 24, 2022 at 8:56 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it. I’m now in charge of Mac and cheese every year. 10/10 recommend

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  34. Melody S. November 25, 2022 at 12:57 am

    5 stars
    Best mac & cheese I’ve ever had! The whole family loved it. I’m already planning Christmas Dinner and a lot of your recipes will be on the menu. Thanks a bunch for sharing these. ?

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  35. Kym Whitehead November 25, 2022 at 8:39 am

    5 stars
    OMG! I made your version and my teenage sons dang near CRIED it was so good!!! I was looking for a new recipe ‘cuz I never seem to nail it, but this year? Babyyyy!!! Thank you so very much for the richness, creamiest and simplicity of it all!!! Happy Holiday Season!!!

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  36. Brandi Sutton November 25, 2022 at 3:14 pm

    5 stars
    I was nervous to try out new recipes for Thanksgiving but I made Toni’s Mac n cheese and the Cajun butter turkey and both turned out soooo good! Thank you!!!!

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  37. Sarah Lowery November 28, 2022 at 12:43 am

    Hi, is the chicken bouillon added in with the spices?

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    1. Toni Chapman November 28, 2022 at 8:57 am

      crush it up! 🙂

      Reply
  38. Soraya Seumalo November 29, 2022 at 9:04 pm

    Finally got to try making the famous Mac & Cheese & gurrrrlll let me tell you it was BOMB! I was a bit nervous because I don’t cook as much but watching your page made me want to get out of my shell & try it ! ? thank you for making the recipe soooo easy to follow ! Can’t wait to try more ???

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  39. Sharonda Wilson November 30, 2022 at 3:40 pm

    5 stars
    Omg I cooked the creamy Mac & cheese for thanksgiving and It was delicious and extra cheesy .

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  40. Angela November 30, 2022 at 8:49 pm

    5 stars
    Tried this receipe for Thanksgiving and it was a hit. Not gonna lie, I was nervous when I saw how many cups of heavy cream were required, but I followed the instructions and everything turned out great. I’ll be using the receipe again for Christmas dinner!

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  41. Lolita Alexander November 30, 2022 at 9:26 pm

    5 stars
    HEAVEN IN THE KITCHEN

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  42. Eric Johnson December 4, 2022 at 4:55 am

    Is it ok to use smoked gouda? And it is ok to use extra cheese? My family loves things super cheesy!

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  43. Mona December 13, 2022 at 10:51 pm

    Hello Toni
    How can you freeze this to bake later?

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  44. Connie December 22, 2022 at 11:45 pm

    5 stars
    Made this the other day. It was absolutely delicious!

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  45. ILENE EVANGELISTA December 26, 2022 at 5:46 pm

    5 stars
    Hands down my families new favorite Mac n cheese recipe. Is there anything I can use to substitute the chicken bullion? One of my daughters is vegetarian and couldn’t eat it.

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  46. LAURIE January 2, 2023 at 9:02 pm

    5 stars
    This dish was a huge hit for a holiday meal. My new go-to party dish. Everyone was raving, and there were no leftovers. Thanks so much!

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  47. Brandon B January 14, 2023 at 11:26 am

    5 stars
    Loved this recipe! Perfect balance of cheeses. It was easy, creamy, and delicious. My daughter has an egg allergy so it was just what we needed.

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  48. Athena Stallworth January 15, 2023 at 4:54 pm

    5 stars
    I have tried at least 5 different mac n cheese recipes and this one beats all the rest by far!

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  49. Ana January 15, 2023 at 7:31 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this for a delayed Friendsgiving. My friends could NOT stop talking about how amazing this mac n cheese is. It was a hit, and I’ve been voted to bring this every year!

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  50. Alexander M November 18, 2023 at 7:05 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for my jobs potluck and it was the first thing gone! 10/10

    Another girl made mac and it wasn’t hitting lmaooo she tried to claim mine.

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  51. Larena Zierau November 18, 2023 at 10:59 pm

    The best macaroni and cheese I have ever had in my life my husband had no words 😂 literally speechless. So easy and delicious. Unbelievable creamy and soooo much flavor.

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  52. Kiara Smith November 19, 2023 at 12:51 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for a game day with my friends and they absolutely loved it! The seasonings gave the sauce a nice flavor and layering the cheese between the layers of the noodles and sauce ensured a nice even cheesy and creamy consistency! New favorite recipe!

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  53. Laurie November 19, 2023 at 1:41 pm

    5 stars
    I made this last year for Thanksgiving AND Christmas because everyone loved it so much! Question, what can I use instead of the chicken bouillon? I have 2 people who have to eat GF and my scanner said that my chicken bouillon contains gluten.

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  54. Marleny Landa November 22, 2023 at 9:46 am

    5 stars
    So easy to follow, love this !
    Came out super yummy! 😋😋

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  55. samrina November 22, 2023 at 5:31 pm

    5 stars
    just finished making this and everyone loved it 🙌 came back for seconds

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  56. Holly November 22, 2023 at 7:43 pm

    If I make this tonight before we eat it tomorrow and don’t bake it like you said, the cheese sauce won’t dry out or the dish won’t be dry when baking tomorrow.

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    1. Toni Chapman November 22, 2023 at 9:55 pm

      No, add some of the sauce on too before adding a layer of shredded cheese to keep it creamy

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  57. Shelby November 22, 2023 at 7:48 pm

    5 stars
    Made this recipe for my family tonight. They all gave it 10/10!!! Thank you so much for posting it on tiktok, we loved it. It was my first time making Mac and cheese from scratch and I will be making it again!

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  58. Jenny November 22, 2023 at 8:23 pm

    Hello I hope I get a response! I’m trying to make this for thanksgiving I just had one question. Which adobo did you use? There’s a lot of options does it matter?

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    1. Toni Chapman November 22, 2023 at 9:54 pm

      I use goya but any adobo is fine

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  59. Katie November 22, 2023 at 10:26 pm

    5 stars
    I always make a roux for my Mac and cheese. Over the years I’ve tried so many recipes and this one is the best and easiest I’ve found to do because I don’t have to make a roux. Everyone loved it!

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  60. Susan November 23, 2023 at 9:39 am

    5 stars
    I made this recipe yesterday. My family ate some last night.. They all loved it!, I have 4 children that like their Mac and cheese different ways, so this was a treat for us all. I’m making the Cajun turkey right now. Thank you! I’m glad I found your website.

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  61. Joy November 23, 2023 at 9:52 am

    5 stars
    Third time making this. Sooo good!

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  62. Daniel November 23, 2023 at 1:06 pm

    5 stars
    She saved my thanksgiving for real 😂 nah but on a real note used her recipe easy and simple to use ! And really cheesy 10/10 !! Would recommend

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  63. Daniel November 23, 2023 at 1:06 pm

    5 stars
    She saved my thanksgiving for real 😂 nah but on a real note used her recipe easy and simple to use ! And really cheesy 10/10 !! Would recommend to anyone !

    Reply
  64. Tiffany November 23, 2023 at 3:53 pm

    5 stars
    The mac and cheese is so easy to make, just season it to your liking.

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  65. Sandra November 23, 2023 at 4:48 pm

    5 stars
    By far the very best M&C I have ever tasted. Toni could launch an entire restaurant on this recipe alone.

    For the benefit of others: my sauce was much runnier than the video, and I ended up with too much shredded cheese for the layers even though I split it 50/50. In hindsight I needed to put more than half into the sauce to get the consistency of the video. I was worried I had messed up but it was still FLAWLESS. I don’t even know how it could possibly get better and I accidentally left out about 6oz of cheese!

    I am now desperate for someone to invite me to a potluck so I csn peacock in with this dish in my hands.

    This recipe is a revelation and I truly hope it makes you famous. 💜

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  66. Karina Mena November 23, 2023 at 4:59 pm

    5 stars
    Mi tío vino de méxico y quería sorprender con un platillo americano. Le encanto! Sin saber, es fanático de gouda cheese y fue lo que hizo todo Perfecto

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  67. Sampson November 23, 2023 at 7:26 pm

    5 stars
    This mac and cheese recipe was my first big bake and was planned to be a side, but the final is so good that my family is already talking about how sick they’re gonna get stuffing themselves full of mac and cheese. They’ve had no comment on the other food we made.
    Thank you for a good eatin’, I’m gonna go grab a plate before it’s all gone. :]

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  68. Lotoya Lowenfield November 23, 2023 at 9:52 pm

    5 stars
    I mean just nothing short from amazing for my first time cooking Mac and cheese this recipe was easy and everyone loved will definitely be keeping this recipe

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  69. Celestine Calhoun November 23, 2023 at 10:04 pm

    5 stars
    Best Mac N Cheese Out! So much flavor and so cheesy. It’s easy to make and the tips are a GAME CHANGER!

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  70. Geri Lockhart November 23, 2023 at 10:19 pm

    I will forever say this…Toni, Toni, Toni….THIS IS THE BEST #MacNCheese recipe I’ve made to date!!
    Easy to follow instructions and replicate…..My family RAAAVED about your mac and cheese tonight and it is now #MyForeverGoToRecipe🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽 It was definitely a labor of love, but MOST ABSOLUTELY WORTH IT!!!! Thank you, thank you, & Thank you.

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  71. Geri Lockhart November 23, 2023 at 10:25 pm

    5 stars
    THIS IS THE BEST #MacNCheese recipe I’ve made to date!!
    Easy to follow instructions and replicate…..My family RAAAVED about your mac and cheese tonight and it is now #MyForeverGoToRecipe🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽 It was definitely a labor of love, but MOST ABSOLUTELY WORTH IT!!!! Thank you, thank you, & Thank you.
    #NoRoux #NoEgg #DeliciousVibesOnly😎😎

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  72. Bobbi Donovan November 23, 2023 at 10:44 pm

    This was such a great addition to our Thanksgiving dinner. A new tradition for sure! Stay blessed.

    Reply
  73. Mercedes Vital November 23, 2023 at 11:03 pm

    Absolutely delicious!! Combination of the cheeses and cheese sauce to start made this come together beautifully. Definitely recommend the broil at the end for that crisp topping.

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  74. Sandra November 23, 2023 at 11:30 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you! I tried the Mac & Cheese it was a hit! Thank you!

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  75. Breajah November 23, 2023 at 11:33 pm

    5 stars
    A great staple for the holidays! The grating of the cheeses really makes a difference 🤤

    Reply
  76. Anna November 24, 2023 at 12:00 am

    5 stars
    Made it for Thanksgiving and it was a hit! Doubled the cheddar (and used medium cheddar) and used 2lbs of macaroni and there was sooo much sauce… Absolutely dreamy and delicious. Will definitely be making again (especially to put under some bbq pulled pork).

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  77. Mee November 24, 2023 at 12:08 am

    5 stars
    My tween saw this on tiktok and made it today. Soo good! Any hints on how to best reheat appreciated.

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  78. Kausar November 24, 2023 at 3:30 am

    Every year, for the last 15 years, I am the one in charge of the Mac and cheese for Thanksgiving. I make a different recipe every year and the family and I critique it. This one crushed it. Family said the save the recipe! No more making new recipes going forward, this one wins!

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  79. Bella Taylor November 24, 2023 at 10:30 am

    5 stars
    My son and I made this yesterday for Thanksgiving and Omggggg it was amazing! No eggs, no roux! Even my picky eater ate it! This is the only Mac and cheese recipe I’ll use from now on! I also made the Bourbon Glazed Honey Ham. I went all innnnn! Chef’s Kiss 💋 😋
    Thanks for sharing 💜

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  80. Bella Taylor November 24, 2023 at 10:32 am

    5 stars
    My son and I made this yesterday for Thanksgiving and Omggggg it was amazing! No eggs, no roux! Even my picky eater ate it! This is the only Mac and cheese recipe I’ll use from now on! I also made the Bourbon Glazed Honey Ham. I went all innnnn! Chef’s Kiss 💋 😋

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  81. Charlotte November 24, 2023 at 10:53 am

    5 stars
    I made for thanksgiving and everyone was obsessed. I’m at a high altitude and wanted Mac and cheese that wasn’t dried out and this was it!!!!

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  82. Alexandra Grullon November 24, 2023 at 12:21 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is very easy to follow! I use the instructions on the website and the TikTok video because I’m a visual girl! My family loved the Mac & Cheese! It came out smooth and creamy. The taste was incredible. And I love the use of chicken bullion and adobo because it blends in the flavors so well.

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  83. Mariam November 24, 2023 at 4:21 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is everything!! It’s so cheesy and creamy, definitely a staple from now on! Found this through TikTok and I’m so glad!

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  84. Raven November 24, 2023 at 9:14 pm

    5 stars
    The absolute *best* mac and cheese recipe I’ve ever tried! Made this for Thanksgiving dinner with friends, and it was a huge hit – I’m counting down the days until I can make this again for Christmas!
    Thank you again for sharing this recipe with us 💛

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  85. Jennie miller November 24, 2023 at 9:19 pm

    5 stars
    Omg I made this for thanksgiving and it was the best I have ever made – thank you so much for sharing the guests was impressed!!

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  86. Dre November 24, 2023 at 9:42 pm

    Made this for thanksgiving and everybody loved it! Thanks for the recipe

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  87. Tywanna N Watson November 25, 2023 at 1:57 pm

    I doubled everything and just like all of your other Thanksgiving recipes, this was not a disappointment! My babies have gotten up every morning since Thanksgiving asking for macaroni and cheese for breakfast. I added Gruyere cheese also!

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  88. Lyanna November 26, 2023 at 6:37 pm

    5 stars
    Mac and cheese was great. Easy to follow.

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  89. Christine November 28, 2023 at 8:59 pm

    5 stars
    My 14 year old granddaughter made this recipe on Thanksgiving. Despite her mom and I interfering saying it needed a roux etc., she stuck to the recipe and, Oh, my! It is the best Mac and cheese I have ever eaten! Really this is the very best Mac and cheese recipe. Thank you!

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  90. Rachel Rodriguez December 1, 2023 at 9:45 am

    My family loves this recipe and it was a huge hit for Christmas! Thank you! Question: I can never use all the cheese sauce because it overflows the pan. Am I doing something wrong lol? It’s so good !

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  91. Juliane December 3, 2023 at 5:52 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for friendsgiving and everyone asked for leftovers to bring home! I’d make it with a little less cream and salt next time but it was absolutely delicious

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  92. Kylee Altman December 7, 2023 at 2:35 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for a Friendsgiving it was a hit!!

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  93. Whitney Bowser December 8, 2023 at 9:25 am

    4 stars
    My prior comment has been deleted for some reason but I really want to know how to not make the cheeses separate. Definitely didn’t come out looking as creamy as yours just all separate cheese. I went low and slow. Too much cheese ratio? Please feedback. I want to make this again right.

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    1. Toni Chapman December 8, 2023 at 11:26 am

      Hi Whitney, I recommend cooking your cheese sauce slow and low. I would also recommend using the best quality cheeses possible. The reality is there are many factors that can contribute to a recipe not turning out to you’re likely. Are you using pre-shredded cheese?

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  94. Jules December 23, 2023 at 7:49 pm

    5 stars
    Making this tomorrow for Christmas Eve. How many cans or ounces of evaporated milk if using that instead of heavy cream?

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  95. Shawnese December 23, 2023 at 11:37 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you sharing this recipe! It was a hit for Thanksgiving. I am running it back for Christmas dinner!

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  96. Alyssa December 25, 2023 at 2:03 pm

    5 stars
    GIRL—this mac & cheese was the star of the show on Christmas Eve! My family loved it and I got requests to make it again. Thank you 🙂

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  97. Sarah M December 25, 2023 at 7:07 pm

    5 stars
    Best recipe ever! My family, especially my daughter loves it. She eats it cold right out of the fridge.

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  98. Dee January 1, 2024 at 12:15 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for new years and I halved the recipe because it was a small gathering with my very picky kids. This was a hit. Thank you sooooo much for this delicious recipe. Delicioussssss they said !!!

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  99. Angie January 1, 2024 at 2:26 pm

    5 stars
    My family is terrible at Mac and cheese. And I mean TERRIBLE. This recipe right here is about to take all of them to glory for New Years Day. No better way to bring in 2024!

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  100. Ginger Smith January 1, 2024 at 7:46 pm

    The very best Mac and Cheese I have ever tried. I liked the creaminess of this recipe. This is a keeper. Thank you.

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  101. Rachel January 1, 2024 at 9:27 pm

    5 stars
    So good! I’ve made it twice already and my family loves it! So grateful for you sharing such a delicious recipe! Thank you!!

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  102. Ashley January 12, 2024 at 12:23 am

    5 stars
    I have searched high and low for a Mac and cheese like this! Thank you for sharing your recipe. My toddler said it was the best she ever had lol. This will be my new favorite side to make.

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  103. Lorelai T January 26, 2024 at 3:00 pm

    5 stars
    Eh, I was looking for a simple but SAVORY Mac and cheese and this recipe delivered! My toddler wanted Mac and cheese and I need it something that didn’t need all the additional steps with butter and flour. I made the recipe exactly as described with the small change of two cans of diced spam because why not? I served my toddler his plate and put the rest in the oven 🤤
    I found this by luck and now I’m saving it because this is way better of what I’ve been making for thanksgiving and is only January but I already know I’m serving this for sure!! Thank you 😊
    Can’t wait to try more recipes from your site.

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  104. Kate Umlang January 29, 2024 at 1:45 pm

    5 stars
    Huge hit at thanksgiving

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  105. Hilda February 3, 2024 at 5:27 pm

    I never thought that the different cheeses would make such great tasting Mac! So good! It was a hit with my family and extended family of 30. Thank you!

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  106. Leah February 3, 2024 at 10:42 pm

    5 stars
    The only max and cheese recipe I will ever use again. Amazing, delicious. I made it for thanksgiving and everyone requested I make it again. My cousin doesn’t even like max and cheese and he loves it and requested the recipe.

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  107. Leah February 3, 2024 at 10:43 pm

    The only mac and cheese recipe I will ever use again! Amazing, delicious and easy. I made it for thanksgiving and everyone requested I make it again. My cousin doesn’t even like max and cheese and he loves it and requested the recipe.

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  108. Cynthia Gutierrez February 18, 2024 at 3:15 pm

    This is the best Mac and cheese hands down. Everytime I make it it’s a showstopper You have been blessed with a gift from God thank you for sharing!

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  109. Tia March 7, 2024 at 4:04 pm

    5 stars
    I made this Mac and cheese a day ahead and baked it the next day for a birthday party. I was nervous about trying a new recipe for a party but I’m so glad that I did. It was delicious and I got so many compliments on the recipe! This will be my new go to Mac and Cheese from now on. Thanks, Toni!

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  110. Amaelia Amara March 10, 2024 at 11:25 am

    5 stars
    This is the 3rd time Ive made this for my family and its such a banger!!everyone loves this!!

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  111. Jaclyn March 17, 2024 at 6:08 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you for sharing! Loved making this !

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  112. Ree March 23, 2024 at 12:19 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Toni! Hands down the BEST mac&cheese recipe I’ve tried. Always gets so many compliments! Question – how long can you store it in the freezer (unbaked)? Thank you!

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  113. Dawn March 30, 2024 at 5:47 pm

    This will be the 4th time im making the Mac and cheese my family loves it and recomends I make it for everything now

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  114. Sueanne Verna March 31, 2024 at 1:42 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for Easter at my son’s and I barely made it out the door without having to spoon some out. It is amazing!!! It will definitely be made again. Thanks for a great recipe!

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  115. Isabela April 16, 2024 at 6:52 pm

    5 stars
    Hi I love this recipe but I’m out of white pepper and ground mustard, is there something else I can use instead? Will it taste extremely different without it?

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