Cracker-Crusted Mac 'n' Cheese



A crispy cracker crust made in the air fryer will make your regular mac 'n' cheese taste better. The top is crunchy and creamy at the same time!

Ingredients:
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup crushed buttery crackers e
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  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • Cooking spray

Instructions:

Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente

Drain and set aside

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter

Stir in the flour to create a roux

Cook for 2-3 minutes until it turns a light golden color

Gradually whisk in the milk, salt, and black pepper, continuing to cook and whisk until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth, about 5 minutes

Reduce heat to low, add the shredded cheddar cheese, and stir until it's fully melted and the sauce is creamy

Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and mix well

Transfer the mac 'n' cheese mixture to an air fryer-safe dish coated with cooking spray

In a separate bowl, mix the crushed buttery crackers and grated Parmesan cheese

Sprinkle this cracker mixture evenly over the mac 'n' cheese in the dish

Preheat your air fryer to 350F 175C

Place the dish with the mac 'n' cheese in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the cracker crust is golden brown and crispy

Remove from the air fryer, let it cool for a few minutes, and serve hot

Enjoy your delicious Cracker-Crusted Mac 'n' Cheese!


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