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Thomas Baker

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This Chick Fil A Mac and Cheese recipe delivers a creamy, cheesy casserole inspired by the original. Using five types of cheese, it creates a rich, smooth sauce that coats every noodle perfectly. It's an irresistible side dish that your family will love alongside any main course.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 356
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz / 340 g dry macaroni pasta
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 5 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups / 600 ml /20 fl oz milk
  • 1 cup / 240 ml / 8 fl oz half and half
  • 10 slices American cheese
  • 1 cup sharp / 120 g / 4 oz sharp orange cheddar, freshly grated
  • 1 cup / 120 g / 4 oz white cheddar, freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup / 60 g / 2 oz Romano cheese, freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup / 45 g / 1.6 oz parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1/2 cup / 60 g / 2 oz grated orange cheddar
  • 1/2 cup / 60 g / 2 oz grated white cheddar

Method
 

  1. Start by heating your oven to 350°F / 180°C / gas mark 4.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the macaroni. Cook just shy of al dente, about 8 to 9 minutes, then drain thoroughly. Toss with 3 tablespoons of butter to keep it from sticking.
  3. In a large, shallow cast-iron pot or Dutch oven, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and whisk continuously for about a minute to form a roux.
  4. Slowly add the milk and half-and-half while whisking, cooking the mixture for 5 to 8 minutes until it thickens into a creamy sauce.
  5. Remove the pot from heat and fold in all the cheeses until melted and the sauce is silky. If needed, return to low heat to help melt the cheese fully. Season with salt and black pepper to your preference.
  6. Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked pasta, stirring well to coat every piece.
  7. Spread the remaining grated cheeses evenly over the top and place the casserole in the oven. Bake for 15 minutes, until the sauce bubbles and cheese melts.
  8. For an extra golden crust, broil the mac and cheese for 2 to 3 minutes.
  9. Allow it to rest for around 10 minutes before serving. Optionally, sprinkle with black pepper and fresh parsley for garnish. Enjoy your comforting, cheesy Chick Fil A mac and cheese!

Notes

  • To simplify cleanup, prepare the sauce and bake the mac and cheese in the same shallow cast-iron pot. If you lack an oven-safe pot, use a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish lightly greased with butter before baking.