Can I Make Mac & Cheese Ahead of Time and Bake Later?

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Faith is the SVP of Content at Apartment Therapy Media and former Editor-in-Chief of The Kitchn. She is the author of three cookbooks, including the James Beard Award-winning The Kitchn Cookbook. She lives in Columbus, Ohio, with her husband and two daughters.
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Q: Can macaroni and cheese be made a day ahead, refrigerated and then baked before use?

Sent by Ruth

Editor: Ruth, yes, absolutely. In fact, it can even be frozen at this point. (When ready to use, thaw and bake.)

Readers, any specific advice for making mac and cheese ahead?

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