Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food mash-up with this irresistible Ramen Noodle Mac And Cheese. Creamy, cheesy, and baked to perfection, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Dish:
- 3 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
Topping:
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the noodles: Cook ramen noodles in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Make the sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk and cream. Stir in seasonings and cheeses until smooth.
- Combine noodles and sauce: Toss noodles with cheese sauce and transfer to a baking dish.
- Add topping and bake: Combine panko with oil, sprinkle over noodles, and bake for 20 minutes.
- Finish and serve: Sprinkle with parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding cooked bacon, ham, or sautéed vegetables.
- To skip baking, serve directly from the pan for a stovetop version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
