Creamy three-cheese baked mac and cheese in a white dish, surrounded by decorative elements including blue candles, seasonal decor, and kitchenware. The setting features a wooden cutting board, a container of Morton salt, and butter, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for a comforting meal.
Side Dish Party-Ready Recipes

Creamy Three-Cheese Baked Mac & Cheese

Rich, creamy, and baked to golden perfection, this comforting mac and cheese brings together three delicious cheeses and Morton® Table Salt for a holiday favorite.
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Ingredients Instructions

Key Information

Dish Type

Side Dish

Time Required

60 mintues

Difficulty

easy

Serves

8 servings

Ingredient List

Ingredients and measurements.

  • 1 lb elbow macaroni or medium shells pasta
  • 1 tbsp Morton Table Salt, for pasta water (about 4 quarts)
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
  • 1½ cups Gruyère cheese, freshly shredded
  • 1½ cups Monterey Jack cheese, freshly shredded
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ tsp Morton Table Salt, for cheese sauce
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika

Cooking Instructions

Step-By-Step Cooking Information and Guidance

Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.

Cook the pasta

Bring approximately 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon Morton Table Salt, then cook pasta 1–2 minutes less than package directions for al dente. Drain.

Prepare the cheese

Combine the shredded cheddar, Gruyère, and Monterey Jack in a bowl. Reserve approximately 1½ cups of the cheese mixture for topping.

Make the creamy cheese sauce

In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, combine evaporated milk, heavy cream, melted butter, ½ teaspoon Morton Table Salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Warm gently, then gradually stir in the remaining shredded cheese, a handful at a time, until melted and smooth. Do not boil.

Combine

Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir until evenly coated.

Bake

Transfer the mac and cheese to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the reserved cheese evenly over the top. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly.

Serve

For a more golden topping, broil for 1–2 minutes, watching carefully. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Morton Products USED IN THIS RECIPE

Our products that bring this dish together
Morton Salt container featuring a classic design, showcasing the brand's logo and a girl with an umbrella. The product weighs 26 oz and is a staple seasoning for cooking and baking.

Table Salt 26 oz

The Salt We’re Famous For. A staple in kitchens across America. Use this all purpose salt for cooking and baking, as well as for seasoning at the table. The uniformly shaped crystals make table salt the best choice for baking, where precise measurements are critical.

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Morton Salt
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