The Best Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese Recipe
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this creamy Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese recipe. Perfectly cheesy and delicious for any occasion!
Ingredients
- Elbow Macaroni – 2 cups cooked al dente.
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese – 2 cups freshly grated.
- Whole Milk – 1 ½ cups.
- Heavy Cream – ½ cup.
- Unsalted Butter – 2 tablespoons.
- All-Purpose Flour – 2 tablespoons for the roux.
- Salt – ½ teaspoon adjust to taste.
- Black Pepper – ¼ teaspoon freshly ground.
- Optional Ingredients for Variations
- Breadcrumbs – ½ cup for a crispy topping.
- Paprika or Smoked Paprika – ¼ teaspoon for added depth.
- Parmesan Cheese – ¼ cup for extra cheesiness.
Notes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbs: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sodium: 600mg
- Potassium: 250mg
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Calcium: 25%
- Iron: 8%