Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage

Elevate your comfort food game with this indulgent Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage recipe—a creamy, cheesy twist packed with irresistible flavor! Tender macaroni noodles are smothered in a rich three-cheese sauce made with cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan, delivering the perfect balance of melty decadence. The savory kick of pan-seared sausage takes this classic dish up a notch, adding hearty texture and bold flavor to every bite. Seasoned with a hint of garlic and black pepper, this one-pan wonder is both satisfying and easy to make in just 40 minutes. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish at your next gathering, serve this mac and cheese piping hot with an optional sprinkle of Parmesan for an extra cheesy finish. Rich, comforting, and utterly irresistible, this recipe is a must-try for mac and cheese lovers everywhere!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams macaroni noodles
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 200 grams sausage, sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once heated, add the sliced sausages and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for about 1-2 minutes until a paste forms, cooking out the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, approximately 3-5 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and add the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses to the sauce, stirring until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Season the cheese sauce with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Add the cooked macaroni noodles and sausage into the cheese sauce, stirring until everything is well combined and evenly coated with the sauce.

Step 8

Serve the macaroni and cheese warm, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of additional Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1379.7 grams (1379.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3560

Total Fat 213.00g	273%
Saturated Fat 110.40g	552%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.40g
Cholesterol 614mg	205%
Sodium 7200mg	313%
Total Carbohydrate 240.70g	88%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 33.80g
Protein 171.90g	344%

Vitamin D 267IU	1336%
Calcium 3538mg	272%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 1649mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.7%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 27.0%