Here’s a decadent and comforting Mac and Cheese Lasagna recipe—layers of creamy mac and cheese and lasagna noodles baked to golden perfection.
Mac and Cheese Lasagna
Servings: 6–8
Ingredients
For the Cheese Sauce / Mac and Cheese:
- 3 cups elbow macaroni
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
For the Lasagna:
- 9–12 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (for topping)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan (for topping)
Instructions
- Cook macaroni
- Boil macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Make cheese sauce
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Stir in cooked macaroni until evenly coated.
- Assemble lasagna
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, layer:
- A thin layer of cheese sauce
- A layer of lasagna noodles
- Half the remaining mac and cheese
- Repeat layers, ending with noodles on top
- Spread remaining mac and cheese over the top layer of noodles. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake
- Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve
- Let stand 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Pro Tips
- Extra cheesy: Use a mix of sharp cheddar and Gruyère for depth of flavor.
- Add-ins: Cooked bacon, sautéed spinach, or caramelized onions can be layered in for extra richness.
- Make-ahead: Assemble and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking—add 5–10 minutes to baking time if cold.
- Crunchy topping: Mix ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs with a little melted butter and sprinkle on top before baking for a golden crust.
If you want, I can also provide a one-pot stovetop version that mimics this lasagna but is faster and easier to make.
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