If you’re struggling to decide whether to break out your aluminum foil, fear not! This post will provide you with all the details on whether to cover your mac & cheese while it’s baking. For instance, there’s still a debate over whether to bake mac & cheese with or without a cover. While virtually every non-lactose-intolerant person loves this dish, few could agree on the perfect way to bake it at home. No dish screams “ooey-gooey comfort food” quite like baked mac & cheese. Bake, uncovered, until the cheese sauce is bubbling and the panko topping is browned, 20 to 25 minutes.Disclosure: We may get commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Sprinkle an even layer of the panko topping over the casserole. Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a small microwave-safe bowl in the microwave, then mix in the panko and stir to combine. Sprinkle the remaining cheese all over the top. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish or pan.Stir in 1 cup of each cheese, ham (if using), mustard, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until the cheese sauce is fully combined. Continue to whisk the sauce for 1 more minute, then remove it from the heat. Gradually pour in the hot milk and bring the mixture to a boil, whisking constantly. Whisk in the flour to form a thick paste and cook, whisking occasionally, until the aroma of the mixture is more nutty than floury, 2 to 3 minutes. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Heat the milk, either in the microwave or in a small saucepan on the stove, until it’s hot but not boiling. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, for two minutes less than the package recommends for al dente (you’ll finish cooking it in the oven). Grease an 8x8-inch glass or ceramic baking dish or metal baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
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