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**5 Cheese Mac n’ Cheese Recipe: A Rich, Creamy, and Flavorful Twist on the Classic Comfort Food**
In this article, we’ll walk you through how to make this 5 Cheese Mac n’ Cheese, complete with tips and tricks for getting that perfect cheesy consistency and flavor. Ready to take your mac and cheese game to the next level? Let’s dive in!
### Why You’ll Love This 5 Cheese Mac n’ Cheese
### Ingredients for 5 Cheese Mac n’ Cheese
To make this cheesy masterpiece, you’ll need the following ingredients:
For the Cheese Sauce:
– **2 tablespoons butter**
– **2 tablespoons all-purpose flour**
– **3 cups whole milk** (you can substitute with half-and-half for an even richer sauce)
– **1 cup heavy cream** (optional, but it makes the sauce extra creamy)
– **2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese**
– **1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese**
– **1 cup grated Parmesan cheese**
– **1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese** (adds a tangy kick)
– **1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese** (for a nutty, slightly sweet flavor)
– **Salt** and **black pepper**, to taste
– **1/2 teaspoon garlic powder** (optional, for extra flavor)
– **1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper** (optional, for a bit of heat)