Creamy Homemade Gluten Free Mac and Cheese
This rich, homemade gluten-free mac and cheese is quick to make and guaranteed to please a crowd. Perfect for busy weeknights, it uses simple, everyday ingredients for a creamy, customizable comfort dish.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Category: Gluten-Free
- Method: Stovetop & Broiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 pound dried gluten free pasta
¼ cup butter
4 tablespoons gluten free all purpose flour
2 ½ cups milk
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ teaspoon salt or more to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Optional: 1/3 cup grated parmesan for a richer/sharper flavor
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions.
Melt the butter in a saucepan, then whisk in the flour until smooth.
Slowly add the milk, followed by salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powders. Simmer over low heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Remove from heat and whisk in cheddar, mozzarella, and optional parmesan until cheeses melt completely.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Combine the sauce with cooked pasta, stirring to coat evenly.
Optional: Transfer to a baking dish, top with 1/3 cup breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup parmesan, then broil for 3-5 minutes until golden.
Notes
The cheese combination can be customized (e.g., add Gruyère or Gouda for extra depth). If baking, ensure breadcrumbs are gluten-free. Leftovers keep in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg