Steakhouse Mac and Cheese is always a requested weeknight dish at my house! You’ll love how creamy and cheesy this recipe is, and best of all, it’s ready in just 30 minutes to serve with your favorite steak dishes.
Steakhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe
It’s hard to beat this incredibly easy recipe for Steakhouse Mac and Cheese! It’s similar to the mac and cheese recipe from Outback everyone raves about, but easily made at home: creamy, cheesy, and ready in just 30 minutes. Seriously, everyone goes crazy for this steakhouse macaroni and cheese - it checks all the boxes! The secret touch and exquisite flavor comes from the 2-cheese blend, topped with thinly sliced tomatoes and a crispy panko breadcrumb topping. Everything is better with a crunch, right?
Steakhouse Mac and Cheese Ingredients
Fusilli pastaSaltOlive oilButterAll-purpose flourMilkSharp cheddar cheeseGruyere cheesePepperTomatoesPanko breadcrumbs
How to Make Baked Mac and Cheese
Best Mac and Cheese Recipe Tips
Try adding in chopped bacon for an even crunchier mac and cheese!You can use any shape of pasta preferred for this recipe like elbow, rigatoni, penne, or bowtie pasta!Make sure to cook the pasta until al dente in salted water according to the directions on the package.Add the milk and cheese slowly in separate increments to ensure it doesn’t curdle and to allow the cheese to fully melt.You can make this mac and cheese recipe ahead of time and allow it to sit on the counter for up to 30 minutes before baking.
Storing Steakhouse Mac and Cheese
Leftovers: Store any leftover mac and cheese in an airtight container placed in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freezing: Allow steakhouse mac and cheese to cool completely, then cover with aluminum foil, label with the freezing date, and freeze for up to 2 months. I recommend leaving out the tomato slices when freezing mac and cheese for the best results.
What to Serve with Mac and Cheese
Smash BurgerAir Fryer SteakSmoked BrisketGrilled Beef KabobsPot Roast Sandwich
Side Dishes for Steak
Air Fryer Egg RollsSteakhouse MushroomsCaramelized OnionsBrisket Mac and CheeseSteak Fries
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