Description
A comforting and creamy mac and cheese inspired by Chick-fil-A’s beloved recipe, featuring a blend of cheddar, Parmesan, and cream cheese.
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 3 cups milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Add the cream cheese and stir until melted.
- Stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni.
- Serve warm as a side dish or main course.
Notes
For best results, use freshly shredded cheese and adjust the seasonings to taste. Consider adding vegetables for extra nutrition.