Olive Garden Mac and Cheese Recipe
This recipe is a delicious recreation of Olive Garden’s famously creamy mac and cheese. It combines tender elbow macaroni with a luscious, multi-cheese sauce made from mozzarella, parmesan, and cheddar, seasoned to perfection.
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Medium saucepan for cheese sauce
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Colander
- Baking dish (if baking)
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: breadcrumbs or extra cheese for topping
Notes
This Olive Garden Mac and Cheese Recipe is your ticket to a restaurant-style experience without ever leaving your kitchen. Inspired by the creamy pasta dishes served at Olive Garden, this version uses a three-cheese blend—cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan—to create a rich, luxurious sauce that clings beautifully to elbow macaroni. Unlike many boxed or one-note recipes, this version includes a béchamel base and Italian seasonings that bring depth and authenticity to each bite.