My Easy Macaroni & Cheese

Forget the blue box. This baked mac and cheese uses real American cheese for that classic, creamy texture that coats every elbow perfectly.

A hint of minced onion adds savory depth without overwhelming the straightforward cheese flavor, while paprika on top gives you a beautiful golden finish.

Forty-five minutes in the oven transforms simple ingredients into bubbling, gooey perfection that’s impossible to resist.

Kitchen Tips

• Cook pasta just shy of tender: It continues cooking in the oven, so underdone by a minute prevents mushy macaroni.
• Use block cheese, cube it yourself: Pre-cubed American cheese melts better than slices and gives you creamier results.
• Let it rest 5 minutes: Straight from the oven, it’s molten lava. A short rest lets the cheese set slightly for better serving.