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Ultimate Five‑Cheese Baked Mac and Cheese (No Eggs, No Roux)
Recipe by Mr. Make It Happen
A creamy, cheesy, and flavorful baked mac and cheese that skips the traditional roux and eggs. Using five carefully balanced cheeses, a buttery cream‑cheese base, and a hint of chicken bouillon, this dish delivers a perfect cheese pull and a golden crust. Ideal for a comforting dinner or a crowd‑pleasing potluck.
MediumAmericanServes 8
Printable version with shopping checklist
Source Video
45m
Prep
47m
Cook
11m
Cleanup
1h 43m
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$20.70
Per serving:$2.59
Critical Success Points
- • Undercook the pasta by 2‑3 minutes
- • Keep the cheese sauce temperature low to avoid separation
- • Top with KBY Jack and bake until golden
Safety Warnings
- • Use oven mitts when handling the hot baking dish
- • Boiling water can cause severe burns – handle with care
- • Cheese sauce can splatter; keep the stove guard on low heat
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