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Mmm… macaroni and cheese- one of those meals that can be made in a variety of ways. Honestly, I can think of 50 ways right now! I love all virtually all versions of gluten-free Mac n' Cheese, but Baked Mac and Cheese homemade is my absolute favorite! Cheesy & creamy with a crunchy, buttery top, it's everything baked macaroni & cheese should be.

Every time I give a cooking class, I'm asked for mac & cheese recipes, and I generally end up talking about it once or twice at gluten-free events. I adore mac & cheese, and I'm guessing you all do, too, since you're reading this recipe.

Can I use different cheeses in this recipe?

This basic baked version of mac n cheese calls for Sharp Cheddar. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses and customize it to your tastes. A blend of Sharp Cheddar and Gruyere is fabulous. I also often toss in some Parmesan as well.

How long does this mac n cheese take to make?

It takes about an hour to make this mac and cheese homemade, but man it is worth it! About 15-20 minutes of that is active cooking time, the balance is for baking.

What types of cheese is used in this recipe?

This recipe calls for sharp cheddar cheese, but don’t be afraid to switch the cheeses up and make it your own: I’ve used every type of cheese under the sun.

Which pasta should I use for gluten-free macaroni and cheese?

The best choice for gluten-free mac and cheese recipes is fresh gluten-free pasta. Our favorite is from Manini’s (find it in the cold case at premium grocers). You can also use dried gluten-free elbow pasta, we like the ones from Schar, Barilla or Jovial. Our favorite pick for cassava flour pasta is Jovial.

You can also use conventional pasta in this recipe if you aren't gluten-free.

What ingredients are in this recipe?

Topping your baked mac and cheese:

Gluten-free panko breadcrumbs are the standard choice for topping this baked mac and cheese homemade. I’ve used every type of cheese under the sun in this recipe, and have subbed in smashed potato chips when I was out of GF breadcrumbs. In fact, my friend Kelli now prefers the potato chip topping to breadcrumbs. Feel free to make this recipe your own!