Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese with a Crispy Panko Topping
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and cheesy baked macaroni, topped with a crispy panko crust. Perfect for a cozy night in or a crowd-pleasing side dish for your next gathering.

Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F. Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
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Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
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Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and thickened. Add the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste.
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Add the cheddar, Gruyere, and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well combined.
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Transfer the macaroni and cheese to the prepared baking dish.
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In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and chopped parsley. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the macaroni and cheese.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the macaroni and cheese is bubbly.
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Let the macaroni and cheese cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Serving Size 1 cup
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 500kcal
- Calories from Fat 236kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 26g40%
- Saturated Fat 16g80%
- Cholesterol 79mg27%
- Sodium 587mg25%
- Potassium 285mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 46g16%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 7g
- Protein 20g40%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.