Mac n Cheese Ramekins
These portion sized side dishes are fun and so delicious. You can easily multiply the recipe if you have more ramekins and need to serve a crowd!
Ramekins are perfect for individual portions of many different dishes and today I am excited to share my mac n cheese ramekin recipe with you. Macaroni and cheese is down home comfort food and it makes you feel all warm and cozy. These little bowls are ideal for individual servings of mac n cheese ramekins.
What Makes These So Good?
I love the whole experience – I hold the ramekin as I scoop some out and I feel the warmth of it since it just came out of the oven. I scoop in and get a large spoonful of cheesy goodness. Along with the cheesy inside there is this crunchy and crumbly topping that might even be the best part of the dish.
Ingredient Notes
- Elbow macaroni – this pasta is the foundation of macaroni and cheese!
- Butter – this along with the flour creates the roux which thickens the cheesy sauce.
- Flour – this is used to thicken the sauce
- Milk – a good macaroni and cheese is as much creamy as it is cheesy and the milk helps give the pasta that creamy coating.
- Cheddar cheese – this type of cheese is used both for the sauce coating the cooked pasta as well as the crumble topping that is sprinkled all over the macaroni.
- Mozzarella cheese – I love using some mozzarella along with cheddar because this helps the sauce be a letting
- Parmesan cheese – adding some parmesan gives the mac n cheese a nutty and tangy hint of flavour.
- Spices – salt and pepper is added to taste.
- Bread Crumbs – the crumble topping is possibly my favourite part of baked macaroni and cheese.
- Parsley – mixing in some herbs to the topping adds a hint of herbs.
How To Make Macaroni And Cheese
The first step of making this dish is to cook the dry macaroni pasta according to the directions on the package. Typically boil the pasta in a large pot until tender. Then drain the pasta, rinse and set aside.
Then, it is time to make the cheesy sauce. Melt the butter in a saucepan, over medium heat. Whisk in the flour. This creates a roux which will help the sauce thicken. Continue to whisk for one minute. Whisk in the milk. Then stir in the three cheeses as well as the salt and pepper. Continue to stir until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.
Fold the cooked macaroni into the sauce. Once the macaroni and cheese is made, it is time to spoon into the ramekins. Finally, make the crumble topping and sprinkle all over the macaroni in the ramekins. Bake in a 350F oven for 12-14 minutes. Serve immediately.
Recipe For 4? I need to admit that the photos you see are of 6 ramekins and the recipe is for four. I have a family of five and my brother in law lives with us so four of anything doesn’t work. But, I figured that most people would look for a recipe of four, so I built the recipe that way.
More Great Side Dish Recipes
- Homemade Macaroni and Cheese – This recipe is for a full sized amount of macaroni and cheese that can feed a big family or gathering. It’s so good!
- Lemon Parmesan Risotto – I love risotto and this no fail recipe is cheesy and delicious.
- Mashed Potatoes with Chives and Pecorino – Give mashed potatoes a pick me up with some chives and cheese. Every forkful is amazing.
- Classic Hash Brown Casserole – This is an old classic recipe and perfect for brunch or dinner and ideal for holiday meals, pot lucks and more!
Mac n Cheese Ramekins
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups dry macaroni
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup mozzarella , grated
- 1/2 cup cheddar , grated
- 1/3 cup parmesan
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1/3 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated cheddar
- 1 tbsp parsley
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to packaged instructions. Drain, rinse and set aside.
- In a saucepan, on medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour until smooth. This creates a roux. Continue to whisk it for a minute.
- While whisking, slowly pour in the milk. Once smooth add the cheeses, salt and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix the macaroni with the cheese sauce until all the noodles are covered are evenly coated in some sauce.
- Grease 4 ramekins. Scoop the mac and cheese equally among the ramekins.
- In a small bowl mix the melted butter and bread crumbs together until there is a dry and crumbly texture. Stir in the 1/4 cup of grated cheddar and parsley. Spread the crumb topping evenly across the macaroni and cheese.
- Bake in a 350F oven for 12-14 minutes.
Nutrition
Per serving:
