3-Ingredient Baked Mac & Cheese Recipe
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Servings:
6 Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 5 cups shredded Gruyere cheese, divided
  • 4 ½ cups whole milk
  • 3 cups macaroni pasta
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425 F.
  2. Brush the oil onto the bottom and sides of a 2-quart baking dish.
  3. Set aside 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
  4. Add the milk and macaroni to a large, heavy pot and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once the milk comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low and stir frequently until the macaroni is al dente and most of the milk is absorbed.
  6. Turn off the heat and stir in 4 cups of cheese, the salt, and pepper.
  7. Transfer the mac and cheese to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining 1 cup Gruyere.
  8. Place the dish on the top rack of the oven and bake for about 15 minutes, until bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
  9. Remove the mac and cheese from the oven and serve immediately.