Indulge in a culinary journey with our collection of baked tomato mac and cheese casseroles, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic Baked Tomato Mac and Cheese Casserole, a comforting blend of tender macaroni, juicy tomatoes, and a creamy cheese sauce, to the more adventurous Cajun-Spiced Baked Tomato Mac and Cheese Casserole, infused with a zesty kick of Cajun spices, our recipes cater to every palate. For a lighter option, try the Baked Tomato Mac and Cheese Casserole with Zucchini, where fresh zucchini adds a refreshing twist to the classic dish. If you're a fan of bold flavors, the Baked Tomato Mac and Cheese Casserole with Chorizo and Spinach offers a delicious combination of savory chorizo and earthy spinach. And for those who love a touch of heat, the Baked Tomato Mac and Cheese Casserole with Poblano Peppers brings a delightful spiciness to the table. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes guarantee a hassle-free and enjoyable cooking experience.
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BAKED TOMATO MAC 'N CHEESE
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
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
BAKED MAC AND CHEESE WITH TOMATOES
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
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 MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH STEWED TOMATOES
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
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 CASSEROLE
Make a second meal out of Three-Cheese Macaroni by transforming it into this hearty casserole.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium. Add onion and cook until softened, about 8 minutes. Stir in tomatoes with juice and cook until tomatoes are heated through, 2 minutes. Add macaroni and cheese, gently stirring to combine. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and basil; season with salt. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Bake until sauce is bubbling at edges and breadcrumbs are golden, 20 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 636 g, Fat 36 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 18 g
BAKED MAC AND CHEESE WITH BROILED TOMATOES
Blistered tomatoes and a crunchy panko topping elevate this three-cheese mac.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. Slice tomatoes into thick rounds, drizzle with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Broil until tomatoes start to brown, about 8 minutes; let cool slightly. Store, covered, in the refrigerator up to 1 day.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Boil pasta in a medium pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 2 minutes less than per package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.
- Return empty pot to medium heat and add butter. When butter melts and foams, add flour and whisk until darkened slightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Add mustard powder and whisk to combine. Slowly whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring often, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and add cheese in 3 batches, starting with American. Follow with 2 cups cheddar and 1 cup Parmesan. Whisk to fully combine after adding each cheese. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss pasta with cheese sauce and reserved pasta water. Transfer to an 8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix panko with melted butter and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan and 1/4 cup cheddar. Top pasta with broiled tomatoes and panko mixture. Bake until bubbly, about 30 minutes.
MOM'S BAKED TOMATO AND CHEESE MACARONI
This is not your everyday mac & cheese. It always tasted best when Dad would stop in Pinconning MI on his way home from deer hunting each year to pick up a huge round of Pinconning cheese. Mom had 5 hungry kids sitting at the table waiting for this to come out of the oven!
Provided by ElaineAnn
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Note 1: If you can't find Ready-Cuts, use a small penne pasta or mostaccioli. Elbows don't have enough substance for this recipe.
- Note 2: You may use stewed or diced tomatoes.
- Note 3: I use a combination of Pinconning, Colby, and mild Cheddar cheese. You may use your favorite(s).
- Boil macaroni in salted water, 3 minutes less than package directions. Drain. It will finish cooking in the oven.
- Sauté onion in butter until soft and translucent. Add the can of tomatoes to the onions and let simmer over low heat for 5 minutes.
- Cut cheese into small chunks and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Spray a 9X14" glass pan with non-stick cooking spray. Layer half the tomatoes and cheese in the pan. On top of this, layer 1/2 of the cooked, drained macaroni, then the remaining tomatoes, then the remaining macaroni, and top with the remaining cheese.
- Pour 1/4 cup water over the top. Cover with foil.
- Bake in the oven for 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.3, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 34.8, Sodium 555.6, Carbohydrate 50.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.8, Protein 16.4
TOMATO MACARONI CASSEROLE
I dress up cooked macaroni with four flavorful ingredients. This dish is one of my husband's favorites. - Karen Smith, Thornton, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a greased 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish, combine the macaroni, tomatoes and 3/4 cup cheese; mix well. Cover and microwave on high for 2 to 2-1/2 minutes; stir. Cover and heat 45 seconds longer. , Sprinkle with bacon and remaining cheese. Microwave, uncovered, for 20-40 seconds longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 739mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
CONTEST-WINNING TACO CASSEROLE
My preschooler doesn't eat ground beef unless it's taco flavored, so I came up with this casserole we all like. To make assembly easy, I prepare the taco meat and freeze several bags at a time. I also cook the noodles over the weekend for a timely supper later in the week. -Kathy Wilson, Romeoville, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add cheese, salsa, tomatoes and taco seasoning. Drain pasta; stir into beef mixture., Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with tortilla chips. Bake until heated through, about 10 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your mac and cheese a more complex flavor. A good combination is cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Make sure the sauce is thick enough. It should be able to coat the pasta without being too runny.
- Add some vegetables. This will make your mac and cheese more nutritious and colorful. Good options include broccoli, cauliflower, and spinach.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make mac and cheese. Try different ingredients and cooking methods to find your favorite recipe.
Conclusion:
Baked tomato mac and cheese casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a mac and cheese casserole that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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