Best 4 Alton Browns Stove Top Mac N Cheese Recipes

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Indulge in a creamy and comforting culinary experience with Alton Brown's Stove-Top Mac and Cheese, a dish that elevates the classic comfort food to new heights. This delectable recipe starts with a flavorful roux, made from a combination of butter, flour, and milk, providing a rich and velvety base. The gooey goodness of three types of cheese – sharp cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan – creates a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Featuring variations such as the Five-Cheese Mac and Cheese, which adds a medley of cheeses for an extra cheesy delight, and the Hatch Green Chile Mac and Cheese, which infuses a spicy kick with roasted green chiles, this recipe collection caters to every macaroni and cheese enthusiast. Get ready to satisfy your cravings with the ultimate stove-top mac and cheese experience.

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ALTON BROWN'S STOVETOP MAC AND CHEESE



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An easy recipe for stovetop mac and cheese that is a good dupe for Kraft Mac and Cheese. If you love boxed mac and cheese you will love how easy this recipe is!

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     Side

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound elbow macaroni
4 tbsp. butter
2 eggs
6 oz. evaporated milk
1/8 tsp. ground cayenne pepper
1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for boiling
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp. stone ground mustard
10 oz. shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add a sprinkling of salt, then boil your noodles according to package directions. Once al dente, drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Add the butter and stir until butter has melted.
  • Meanwhile, in a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, evaporated milk, cayenne, 1 tsp. salt, pepper and mustard. Once the noodles are cooked, drained and the butter has melted, stir the milk mixture into the noodles until incorporated. Add in the cheese and stir over low heat until cheese has melted, approximately 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 368, Sugar 2g, Sodium 537mg, Fat 29g, SaturatedFat 16g, Carbohydrate 16g, Fiber 1g, Protein 17g

EASY STOVE-TOP MACARONI & CHEESE



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Make and share this Easy Stove-Top Macaroni & Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 ounces elbow macaroni
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash black pepper
2 cups milk, warmed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 8 ounces cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions.
  • In medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in flour, and cook for 3-5 minutes stirring constantly to form a roux; add salt and pepper; slowly add milk, stirring well after each addition.
  • Cook and stir until bubbly.
  • Stir in cheese a small amount at a time until fully melted.
  • Drain macaroni; add to cheese sauce; stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.7, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 71.3, Sodium 540.1, Carbohydrate 68.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 23.2

STOVE TOP MAC-N-CHEESE BY ALTON BROWN



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This is from Alton Brown's Good Eats show and it's an easy and good mac n cheese recipe to have on hand. You won't be buying the boxed stuff again after eating this. (edited 8/15/2008 - This was initially posted with 3/4 tsp of dry mustard but after making this a few times I agree with the reviewer that said this amount is too much so I've reduced it to 1/2 tsp.)

Provided by PickledSeeds

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb elbow macaroni
4 tablespoons butter
2 eggs
6 ounces evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
fresh black pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
10 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling, salted water cook the pasta to al dente and drain. Return to the pot and melt in the butter. Toss to coat.
  • Whisk together the eggs, milk, hot sauce, salt, pepper, and mustard. Stir into the pasta and add the cheese. Over low heat continue to stir for 3 minutes or until creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.3, Fat 27.7, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 140.3, Sodium 815.5, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.3, Protein 20.9

STOVETOP MACARONI AND CHEESE



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When I was a girl, Mama used Texas longhorn cheese in this recipe. After it melted all over the macaroni, I loved to dig in and see how many strings of cheese would follow my spoonful. -Imogene Hutton, Brownwood, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 cups whole milk
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Paprika, optional

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened., Stir in cheese until melted. Drain macaroni; add to cheese sauce and stir to coat. If desired, sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 22g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 542mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a large pot: The mixture will bubble and expand as it cooks, so it's important to use a pot that's large enough to accommodate it.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: The pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite, before it's added to the cheese sauce.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the mac and cheese. Choose a cheese that melts well and has a sharp flavor, such as cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan.
  • Make sure the cheese sauce is thick and creamy: The cheese sauce should be thick enough to coat the pasta evenly, but not so thick that it's difficult to stir.
  • Add some extras: Feel free to add other ingredients to your mac and cheese, such as cooked bacon, diced tomatoes, or chopped broccoli.

Conclusion:

Alton Brown's Stove-Top Mac and Cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful mac and cheese that the whole family will love.

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