Printable Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese Copycat Recipe Card
Indulge in comfort food bliss with our Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese recipe! Elevate your cheesy cravings by recreating this rich and creamy side dish at home. Pair it with your favorite steak or enjoy it on its own for a taste of Outback goodness.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Breadcrumb Topping:
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- ⅛ tsp garlic powder
- ⅛ tsp onion powder
- ⅛ tsp paprika
Mac & Cheese:
- 2 cups cavatappi pasta, uncooked
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp mustard powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 10 oz Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
Make Toasted Breadcrumbs:
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Melt the butter. Once it begins to bubble and become foamy, add the breadcrumbs and seasonings and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes, until lightly browned.
Make Macaroni:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make Cheese Sauce:
- In a pan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes.
- Slowly add the heavy cream while whisking, until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Add the seasonings and whisk.
- Add diced Velveeta cheese and stir until melted.
- Mix macaroni into the sauce until well combined. Place into an oven-safe dish. Top with cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Broil on high for about 3-5 minutes or just until cheese is melted and golden. Watch closely!
- Serve and enjoy.