Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe Perfect for Thanksgiving!

Mac and Cheese Recipe Ingredients

Meaty Goodness: Add bacon or ham for a hearty twist. Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pasta and thickener!

Cook macaroni al dente to avoid mushiness. Toss with butter to cool before adding cheese sauce. Use room-temp milk for quicker thickening!

Make-Ahead Instructions: Add extra milk to the sauce, refrigerate overnight, or freeze for up to 4 months. Thaw and bake!

Enjoy Southern mac and cheese hot! Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days; add milk to reheat.

Watch How to Make Creamy Southern Baked Mac and Cheese Perfect for Thanksgiving!