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Skillet Baked Macaroni and Cheese

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb Dry Macaroni pasta
  • 6 Tbsp Butter
  • 4 Cups Milk
  • 1 ½ Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 Cups Cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 Cups Monterey jack cheese shredded
  • Bread crumbs to taste (for topping)
  • Fresh parsley to taste (for topping)

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, cook the macaroni until it’s al dente. drain and set aside.
  • While the macaroni cooks, melt the butter in a cast iron skillet to coat.
  • Add the flour to the melted butter, whisk together over medium heat until combined.
  • As the flour mixture starts to bubble, whisk in the milk until thickened, stirring regularly.
  • Add the salt and pepper, then begin adding in the shredded cheddar and monterey jack cheese. (keep about a half cup for topping!)
  • Remove the cast iron skillet from the heat and add the al dente macaroni into the cheese mixture. fold in until combined completely.
  • Top the macaroni mixture with remaining grated cheese, and bread crumbs. Place under a broiler until golden brown.
  • Let cool, top with fresh parsley and enjoy!