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My Version of Mac and Cheese

Recipe by Kimberly Villalobos on InstagramAdded 24 December 2025.

30 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A comforting macaroni and cheese recipe with a blend of five cheeses.

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Method

  1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The macaroni is tender after cooking.

  2. In a large saucepan, melt the gruyere, sharp cheddar, mild cheddar, colby jack, and mozzarella cheese over low heat, stirring constantly.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The cheeses melt together into a smooth sauce. Stir continuously over low heat.

  3. Combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce, and stir until well combined.

  4. Transfer the macaroni and cheese to a baking dish and top with additional cheese if desired.

  5. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (375°F) for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the macaroni and cheese is heated through.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The top is golden and the dish is heated through.

Tips while you cook

Cook Pasta First
Follow the package directions to cook the macaroni before preparing the cheese sauce.
Melt Cheese Gently
Melt all cheeses over low heat, stirring constantly.
Add Extra Cheese Before Baking
Sprinkle additional cheese on top of the dish before transferring to the oven.
Bake Until Golden
Bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dish is heated through.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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Mac and cheese, 19 ways

17 creators posted their own. Most use garlic, milk and butter.

  1. Kimberly Villalobos50 min6 ingr.Only this one uses gruyere, mild cheddar and colby jack
  2. Jackie Akerberg Healthy Recipes30 min10 ingr.Only this one uses almond milk, nutritional yeast and protein powder
  3. stealth_health_life40 min14 ingr.Only this one uses shellbow pasta, cottage cheese and cheddar powder
  4. Arsenio Eats35 min16 ingr.Only this one uses frank's redhot sauce, fontina cheese and marble cheddar cheese
  5. Jalal40 min18 ingr.One pot
  6. Kayla Cappiello25 min5 ingr.Only this one uses white cheese, ground spice and canned red sauce
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