Best 10 Baked Mac And Cheese With Italian Stewed Tomatoes Recipes

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Baked macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that is enjoyed by people of all ages. This dish is typically made with macaroni pasta, cheese sauce, and breadcrumbs. However, there are many variations of baked macaroni and cheese, each with its own unique flavor and texture.

This article features two delicious recipes for baked macaroni and cheese. The first recipe is a classic baked macaroni and cheese recipe that is made with a simple cheese sauce and topped with breadcrumbs. The second recipe is a more unique baked macaroni and cheese recipe that is made with Italian stewed tomatoes and a blend of cheeses. Both recipes are easy to make and are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

In addition to the two baked macaroni and cheese recipes, this article also includes a recipe for Italian stewed tomatoes. This recipe is a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and can be used in a variety of dishes, such as pasta sauces, soups, and stews.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED MAC AND CHEESE WITH TOMATOES



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It's like a grilled cheese meets tomato soup in one big cozy pan of dinner wonderful.

Provided by Rachel Ballard

Categories     Side Dish

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 14- ounce can stewed tomatoes with the juice (chopped)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup plain Panko bread crumbs (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Add the pasta and cook 2 minutes less than the package directs. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large oven-safe skillet (if you don't have a skillet that goes in the oven you can transfer your mac and cheese to a baking dish in a bit), melt the butter and add the flour.
  • Stir until the flour cooks and the raw flour flavor is gone--about a minute or so.
  • Add the milk, salt and pepper and cook over medium heat 5 minutes then add the tomatoes and stir to combine.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens--another 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add the cheese and stir until it melts.
  • Add the pasta and stir.
  • If transferring to a baking dish, spray the dish with non-stick spray. If not, transfer your skillet to the oven and top with the bread crumbs if you are using them.
  • Bake until golden and bubbly--about 35-40 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKED MAC AND CHEESE WITH ITALIAN STEWED TOMATOES



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I was surprised at how much I loved this mac and cheese. It's creamy, cheesy and has just enough Italian seasoning and tomatoes to make it a bit different. This would be great for a potluck or as a side dish. The Italian seasoning isn't overpowering so this would go nicely with just about anything.

Provided by Sue Faccone

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked
1 lb Velveeta cheese
1/2 c milk
2 can(s) Italian stewed tomatoes
1/2 stick butter
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp oregano, dried
1/2 c mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven at 375 deg. Boil elbow macaroni with small amount of oil and a little salt. Drain and return to the pot.
  • 2. Cut up the Velveeta cheese into cubes and put in a microwave friendly bowl. Add the butter to the bowl and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Remove, stir and put it back for 1 minute. Remove and stir and put it back for 1 minute more. Repeat until cheese is creamy and butter melted.
  • 3. In a small sauce pan put the 2 cans of stewed tomatoes and heat. Add the spices. When bubbly remove.
  • 4. Pour the milk into the macaroni and mix well. Then mix in the cheese. Add the stewed tomatoes, but use a large spoon with holes to drain away the sauce. Save the sauce.
  • 5. Mix everything well in the pot and then transfer to a 9 x 14 baking pan. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese and bake uncovered for 45 minutes. Top should be golden brown. Remove and let it sit for 15 minutes. And serve.

TOMATO MAC AND CHEESE



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A great twist on a classic favorite

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons plus more for baking dish butter
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons minced onion
4 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 teaspoon plus more for seasoning salt
3/4 tablespoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 cups milk
3 cups shredded, divided cheddar cheese
2 ripe blanched, peeled, and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices tomatoes
freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 °F. Lightly butter a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish.
  • Bring 6 cups of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring constantly, until tender. Add the flour, salt, dry mustard and paprika; mix well. Stir in the milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add 2 cups of the shredded cheese and stir until melted. Toss in the macaroni and pour into the prepared dish. Cover the macaroni with tomato slices and season salt and pepper, to taste. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes. The last few minutes, top with the remaining cheese and return to the oven until the cheese melts. Serve hot.

BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH STEWED TOMATOES



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Boy, does this bring back memories! When I was in high school, they served this every Friday in the cafeteria. I guess they had to make sure we had our vegetables :) It sounds gross, but I couldn't wait until Fridays, the macaroni and tomatoes were so good together. To this day, almost 20 years later, whenever I have baked macaroni & cheese, I crave stewed tomatoes. With this recipe, I don't have to.

Provided by Karen..

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 lb) box shell macaroni or 1 (1 lb) box elbow macaroni
3 cups milk
1/4 lb butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup milk
12 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese, divided usage
2 cans stewed tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain, rinse and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, over medium heat, heat the 3 cups of milk, butter, salt and pepper until hot but not boiling.
  • In a small bowl or cup, combine 1/4 cup of milk with the cornstarch and stir until dissolved.
  • Slowly add this to the hot milk mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk.
  • When mixture has thickened, remove from heat and stir in 2 cups of the cheese until melted.
  • Pour pasta into a large mixing bowl and add the cheese mixture and the stewed tomatoes.
  • Mix well until macaroni is well coated.
  • Pour into a greased 9 x 13 baking dish or 3 quart casserole and top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 35 to 45, or until golden brown.

BAKED TOMATO MAC N CHEESE CASSEROLE



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Kids and adults will find this mac-n-cheese recipe to be delicious and a bit different. Tomatoes give the sauce a slight pinkish color and a flavor that is hard to top.

Provided by Goodfella

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 (28 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
6 tablespoons butter
¼ cup flour
1 quart half-and-half
2 cups chicken broth
4 cups shredded mild Cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded sharp white Cheddar cheese
fresh ground black pepper to taste
1 sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain, return macaroni to pot, and stir tomatoes into the macaroni. Cook over medium heat until the macaroni absorbs some of the liquid from the tomatoes, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir flour into melted butter and cook until bubbly, 1 to 2 minutes. Slowly stream half-and-half and chicken broth into the butter mixture while stirring. Bring the mixture to a boil and continue to cook while stirring continually until thickened and bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat. Melt mild Cheddar cheese and sharp Cheddar cheese into the butter mixture one handful at a time, stirring to incorporate each addition before adding the next. Season the cheese mixture with pepper and pour over the macaroni; stir to coat pasta evenly. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with crushed crackers.
  • Bake in preheated oven until crust is golden brown and the liquid is bubbling, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 889 calories, Carbohydrate 62.6 g, Cholesterol 156.3 mg, Fat 55.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 34.1 g, SaturatedFat 32.9 g, Sodium 922.4 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

BAKED TOMATO MAC 'N CHEESE



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Watch out! This delicious macaroni and cheese recipe will have you making mac 'n' cheese from scratch instead of from a box forever. You and your family will be enjoying the warm, creamy, cheesy, comfort-foody deliciousness quicker than you think-perfect for a school night! And with the surprise of a bit of Mexican flavor, you'll be number one in their books.

Provided by Diana71

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hunt's

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons flour
16 ounces shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1 (14.5 ounce) can Hunt's® Diced Tomatoes, drained
2 (7 ounce) cans salsa verde
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Whisk milk and flour together in a small bowl.
  • Melt butter in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Pour in milk/flour mixture; stir constantly until thickened. Add most of the cheese, reserving a few tablespoons to sprinkle over top before baking. Mix in drained tomatoes, and salsa verde. Continue stirring until cheese is melted. Season to taste with black pepper. Stir in macaroni and thoroughly blend with the sauce.
  • Divide among individual serving-sized ovenproof baking dishes or ramekins. Top with remaining cheese. and bake 10 minutes. Place under broiler for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until top is browned.
  • Bake in preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 10 minutes. Turn on the broiler and cook until tops are browned, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 703.1 calories, Carbohydrate 70.6 g, Cholesterol 95.9 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 22.4 g, Sodium 1086.5 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

ITALIAN MAC-N-CHEESE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings, plus leftovers

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ziti rigate, penne rigate or cavatappi (ribbed, hollow corkscrews)
1 pound Italian bulk sweet sausage
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 or 4 cloves garlic, chopped
12 crimini mushrooms, sliced
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
1 (10-ounce) sack, 2 1/2 cups, shredded Italian 4 cheese blend, available on dairy aisle
1 can diced tomatoes, drained well
1 teaspoon hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco), optional
1/2 cup Parmesan, a couple of handfuls

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt water and cook pasta to a chewy al dente, about 8 minutes.
  • In a nonstick skillet, brown and crumble the sausage. Drain cooked crumbles on paper towel lined plate. Return pan to heat and add extra-virgin olive oil, butter, garlic and mushrooms. Season liberally with salt and pepper. Saute 3 to 5 minutes, until mushrooms are lightly golden.
  • Preheat broiler to high.
  • To mushrooms, add flour and stir, cooking 2 minutes. Whisk in stock, then stir in cream. Bring cream to a bubble, then stir in 2 cups of 4 cheese blend. When cheese has melted into sauce, add tomatoes. When sauce comes to a bubble, remove from heat and adjust seasonings, adding hot sauce if desired.
  • Combine cheese sauce with sausage and pasta, transfer to flameproof baking dish, casserole or flameproof serving platter. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of 4 cheese blend and the grated Parmesan over the top and brown under hot broiler.

THREE CHEESE MACARONI AND TOMATOES



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Make and share this Three Cheese Macaroni and Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Red Chef Mama

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups macaroni, dry
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees (farenheit).
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook macaroni according to package directions.
  • Drain pasta and pour back into large pot.
  • In a bowl stir together the tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Stir into the hot pasta: 1 cup cheddar, 1 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese.
  • Stir in the tomato mixture.
  • Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the casserole.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.9, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 66.5, Sodium 895.8, Carbohydrate 49.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 6.5, Protein 27.6

ITALIAN SAUSAGE MACARONI BAKE



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"Because we have three children who keep us busy, casseroles have been life-savers for me," notes Amber Zurbrugg of Alliance, Ohio. "This one especially appeals to me because it has a rich Italian flavor."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Drain macaroni., In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, sausage mixture, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, basil and pepper. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 35g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 1371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

MOM'S FAVORITE BAKED MAC AND CHEESE



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This is a macaroni and cheese I first made 3 years ago when I was in California. When I got back to Texas I made it for my mom. This is now her favorite baked macaroni and cheese. She begs me to make it when I come to visit.

Provided by GEPETTO_69

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package processed American cheese, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion for 2 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in milk, salt, mustard and pepper; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture boils and thickens.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • To the milk mixture add the Cheddar and American cheeses; stir until cheese melts. Combine macaroni and cheese sauce in a 2 quart baking dish; mix well.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 100.1 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.7 g, Sodium 1194 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Choose a sharp cheddar cheese and fresh, flavorful tomatoes.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick and creamy. If it's too thin, add a little bit of cornstarch or flour to thicken it up.
  • Bake the mac and cheese until it's golden brown and bubbly. This will ensure that it's cooked through and has a nice crust.
  • Let the mac and cheese cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to serve.

Conclusion:

This baked mac and cheese with Italian stewed tomatoes is a delicious and comforting dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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