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Texas Roadhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe

Texas Roadhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe

Creamy, smooth, and comforting Texas Roadhouse style mac and cheese made with tender macaroni and a rich homemade cheese sauce. This easy copycat recipe is perfect as a family dinner side dish or cozy main meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni Cook until al dente
  • 3 tbsp butter Unsalted preferred
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour For roux
  • 2 cups whole milk Warmed
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese Fresh shredded
  • 1/2 cup American cheese For smooth texture
  • 1/2 tsp salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper Optional
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder Optional flavor

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot For boiling pasta
  • 1 Medium saucepan For cheese sauce
  • 1 Whisk Helps prevent lumps
  • 1 Wooden spoon Mixing pasta and sauce
  • 1 Colander For draining macaroni
  • 1 Measuring cups For accurate ingredients

Method
 

Step 1
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
    Texas Roadhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe
Step 2
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly bubbly.
    Texas Roadhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe
Step 3
  1. Slowly pour in the warm milk while whisking constantly. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes smooth.
    Texas Roadhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe
Step 4
  1. Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese and American cheese. Stir until the cheeses melt completely and form a creamy sauce.
    Texas Roadhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe
Step 5
  1. Season the cheese sauce with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well and taste to adjust seasoning if needed.
    Texas Roadhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe
Step 6
  1. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and gently mix until all the pasta is evenly coated.
    Texas Roadhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe
Step 7 (Optional)
  1. For a baked version, transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish, sprinkle extra cheese on top, and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
    Texas Roadhouse Mac and Cheese Recipe

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest sauce. Pre-shredded cheese sometimes contains anti-caking agents that can make the sauce grainy.
If the sauce becomes too thick when reheating, add a small splash of milk and warm it slowly while stirring.
For extra flavor, you can mix in crispy bacon, grilled chicken, or steamed broccoli before serving.