Best 4 Aunt Annies Macaroni Cheese Recipes

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food dish enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences, and it's a great way to use up leftover macaroni. This article presents three delicious macaroni and cheese recipes from Aunt Annie's kitchen: the classic macaroni and cheese, a creamy version with added Velveeta cheese, and a healthier baked version with whole wheat pasta and reduced-fat cheese. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a potluck, you're sure to find a macaroni and cheese recipe here that you'll love.

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AUNTY'S MAC AND CHEESE

Aunty's Mac and Cheese image

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pound elbow macaroni
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Large pinch kosher salt
Large pinch freshly ground black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup 2 percent milk
1 cup hand-shredded extra-sharp yellow Cheddar cheese
1 cup hand-shredded Parmesan cheese
1 cup cubed processed cheese, such as Velveeta
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a medium pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour, ground mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Slowly add the cream and milk, whisking until combined. Heat the mixture until it bubbles, 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and add the Cheddar, Parmesan, processed cheese and sour cream. Stir until melted. Add the macaroni to the cheese mixture and toss to combine. Bring the mixture back to a light simmer to heat everything through and thicken. Serve warm.

AUNT ANNIE'S MACARONI & CHEESE RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Aunt Annie's Macaroni & Cheese Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

16-oz. pkg. elbow macaroni, cooked
1 c. mayonnaise
10-3/4 oz. can cream of mushroom soup
4-oz. jar chopped pimentos, drained
1/4 c. onion, chopped
1/4 c. green pepper, chopped
1/4 c. butter, softened
16-oz. pkg. shredded Cheddar cheese
10 to 12 saltine crackers, crushed

Steps:

In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients except cracker crumbs. Spread in a greased 13"x9" baking pan. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees for 25 minutes, until bubbly and golden. Serves 8 to 10.

AUNT ANNIE'S MACARONI & CHEESE

Aunt Annie's Macaroni & Cheese image

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (16-ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked
1 cup mayonnaise
1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (4-ounce) jar chopped pimentos, drained
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 (16-ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
10 saltine crackers, crushed

Steps:

Mix together all ingredients except crackers. Spread in a greased 13"x9" baking pan. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs. Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

AUNT BETTYE'S FAMOUS CROCK POT MACARONI AND CHEESE

Aunt Bettye's Famous Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese image

This is a crock-pot method for my aunt's macaroni and cheese. I use a Rival 5 Qt Crock pot, and have successfully doubled this recipe without changing the cooking time.

Provided by Pierce

Categories Cheese

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups elbow macaroni
1 cup shredded Velveeta cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup
1/4 cup melted butter
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

Boil macaroni for 5 minutes, should be slightly undercooked, thoroughly drained and rinsed.
Pour macaroni into slow cooker and toss thoroughly with butter, to coat all macaroni and the crock.
Toss macaroni with the shredded Velveeta.
Pour in the soup, and toss some more.
Top with shredded cheddar, but keep it away from the sides of the crock.
Cook on 'high' for 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.4, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 36.6, Sodium 1213.8, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 8.2

Tips:

Use high-quality macaroni noodles for the best texture and flavor.
Cook the macaroni noodles according to the package directions, but slightly undercook them so that they remain firm.
Use a combination of sharp cheddar cheese and mild cheddar cheese for a rich and flavorful cheese sauce.
Add some Dijon mustard to the cheese sauce for a tangy flavor boost.
If you don't have evaporated milk, you can use regular milk, but you may need to add a little flour or cornstarch to thicken the sauce.
Sprinkle some bread crumbs on top of the macaroni and cheese before baking for a crispy topping.
Bake the macaroni and cheese until it is bubbly and golden brown on top.
Let the macaroni and cheese cool for a few minutes before serving so that it can set.

Conclusion:

Aunt Annie's Macaroni and Cheese is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like it cheesy, tangy, or crispy, this recipe has you covered. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give Aunt Annie's Macaroni and Cheese a try.