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Make-Ahead Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: Make-Ahead Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 68 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 slices bread; 0.25 cup parmesan cheese; 1 garlic clove; 8 tablespoons butter; 10 servings salt and pepper; 1 pound elbow macaroni; 6 tablespoons flour; 1 teaspoon mustard powder; 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 4.5 cups chicken broth; 1.5 cups heavy cream; 4 cups colby cheese; 2 cups cheddar cheese

This macaroni and cheese is built for making ahead, using a creamy sauce of Colby and cheddar with a hint of mustard and cayenne. The pasta is cooked al dente, then mixed into the sauce and frozen in baking dishes. When you're ready to eat, thaw it in the microwave, then bake until bubbly and golden. A quick Parmesan and garlic breadcrumb topping gets added towards the end for extra crunch.

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September 8, 2026

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family gatherings make-ahead comfort food

About this recipe

Make-Ahead Creamy Macaroni and Cheese is a American main course recipe that takes about 45 min from start to finish and serves 10. It calls for 13 ingredients across 10 steps, and is rated medium. A serving works out at around 743 kcal with roughly 29 g of protein. Filed under family gatherings, make-ahead and comfort food.