Sylvia's Mac N Cheese Recipe

Mac and cheese is a dish that every black person knows, loves and grew up eating. It’s so comforting and easy to make. Today, we are bringing you the best mac and cheese recipe with cream cheese. Without further ado, let’s jump right into it.

Creamy Mac n Cheese Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the instructions on the package, drain and set aside.
3. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly until smooth. Add the cream cheese and whisk until melted and smooth.
5. Add the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper to the pot. Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
6. Add the cooked macaroni to the pot and stir to combine.
7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the edges are crispy.
9. Let the mac and cheese cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

There you have it, the creamiest, delicious and comforting mac and cheese recipe you will ever have. Feel free to serve it at any event from family dinners to potlucks. Your taste buds will thank you!