Best Macaroni Cheese Three-Cheese (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta

01 - 1 lb dried macaroni

→ Cheese Blend

02 - 6 oz cheddar cheese
03 - 5.3 oz Red Leicester cheese
04 - 4.4 oz mozzarella

→ Roux

05 - 3.5 oz butter
06 - 2.6 oz flour
07 - 3-4 cups milk

→ Seasoning and Spices

08 - 1 tbsp onion powder
09 - 1 tbsp paprika
10 - 1 tbsp garlic granules
11 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tbsp parsley
13 - Salt to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Boil macaroni according to package directions, drain and set aside.
02 - Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Gradually add flour while stirring until the mixture becomes clumpy.
03 - Stir in onion powder, paprika, garlic granules, Dijon mustard, and salt. Mix until the spices are well incorporated.
04 - Gradually pour in 1 cup of milk at a time, stirring constantly to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth consistency.
05 - Add half of the cheddar and Red Leicester cheese. Stir until completely melted and the sauce becomes smooth.
06 - Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce, ensuring all pasta is evenly coated.
07 - Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a baking dish. Top with the remaining cheddar, Red Leicester, and mozzarella cheese.
08 - Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Switch to grill mode and cook for an additional 10 minutes for a crispy, golden top.

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