Popeyes' Mac and Cheese Recipe: Creamy Thanksgiving Delight
Popeyes’ mac and cheese recipe results in a comfort food that is rich, creamy, and velvety. Make sure to check it out.
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowls
- 9x13 baking dish
- Food spray
- Oven
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 pound Elbow macaroni 4 cups
- ½ cup Butter
- ½ cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 4 cups Sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 cups Gouda cheese shredded
- 1 tsp. Mustard powder
- 1 tsp. Garlic powder
- 1 tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. Black pepper
- ½ tsp. Paprika
Instructions
- Set your oven to 350°F degrees and generously grease a 9x13 baking dish with food spray.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In the meantime, prepare the roux by combining flour and butter in a pan. Cook for a minute, whisking now and then.
- Add the milk and the heavy cream. Cook until the mixture thickens, which should take a few minutes.
- Combine the two cheeses, which should total about six cups.
- Add three cups of cheese mixture to the pan and let the cheese melt.
- Once the cheese has melted, remove from the heat and add salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and mustard powder.
- Transfer half the pasta to the baking dish and sprinkle 1 ½ cups of cheese mixture to create the first layer.
- Lastly, add the other half of the pasta and top with the remaining 1 ½ cups of cheese mixture.
- Bake for 15 minutes and serve hot.
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Notes
- Experiment — While Popeyes’ mac and cheese recipe makes a great dish on its own, you can always experiment with toppings. Breadcrumbs are always a safe option, and so are fresh herbs, and maybe even hot sauce.
- Baking — While it is made clear that you should bake the mac and cheese for 15 minutes, you should also keep an eye on the dish. If it’s golden and bubbly, it might be time to stop.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Popeyes' Mac and Cheese Recipe: Creamy Thanksgiving Delight
Amount per Serving
Calories
879
% Daily Value*
Fat
50
g
77
%
Saturated Fat
30
g
188
%
Trans Fat
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
12
g
Cholesterol
165
mg
55
%
Sodium
1236
mg
54
%
Potassium
400
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
68
g
23
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
13
g
14
%
Protein
40
g
80
%
Vitamin A
1589
IU
32
%
Vitamin C
0.2
mg
0
%
Calcium
957
mg
96
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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