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Creamy golden mac and cheese in white ramekin with glossy cheese sauce coating every pasta piece

Copycat Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese

Make copycat Chick-fil-A mac and cheese with creamy cheddar sauce, tender elbow pasta, and a rich restaurant-style finish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz Elbow macaroni
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cup Whole milk
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 2 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water for 7 to 8 minutes until just tender, then drain and set aside.
  2. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, whisk in the flour, and cook for 1 minute until smooth and lightly golden.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, then simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and salt until fully melted and smooth.
  5. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and toss gently until every piece is evenly coated.
  6. Serve immediately while hot and creamy for the best restaurant-style texture.