5 min

35 min

Directions

Ingredients

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, one boiling salt the water, add the pasta and cook for 2 minutes less than package instructions. Drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pan on medium heat, add the butter, once melted, add the flour and spices, cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the whole milk or heavy cream and mix until combined.

Step 4

Turn the pan to a low heat and slowly stir in all of the cheeses, making sure to leave some for topping the Mac and cheese. You should be able to get 2 cups of shredded cheese from 8 oz blocks of cheese but no one is judging you if you want to add more cheese, its the holidays!

Step 5

If using, add the mustard and stir to combine. Taste the cheese sauce and add any seasonings if needed.

Step 6

In a large bowl, mix together the cheese sauce with the cooked pasta.

Step 7

Set your oven to 350 degrees, add the macaroni to a baking dish, top with the remaining shredded cheeses and bake until the top is bubbly and golden brown.