**Macaroni and cheese**, a classic dish loved by people of all ages, is a delightful combination of tender macaroni pasta, creamy cheese sauce, and a crispy golden-brown topping. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a main course, side dish, or comfort food. In this article, we present a collection of macaroni and cheese recipes that cater to various tastes and preferences. From the classic stovetop macaroni and cheese to baked macaroni and cheese with a variety of cheese combinations, vegetarian macaroni and cheese, and even a slow-cooker macaroni and cheese, these recipes offer something for everyone. Whether you're a cheese lover, a fan of crispy toppings, or looking for a quick and easy meal, our macaroni and cheese recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings.
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CREAMY HOMEMADE BAKED MAC AND CHEESE
This baked mac and cheese is a family favorite recipe, loved by children and adults.
Provided by The Chunky Chef
Categories Main Course Side Dish
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and grease a 3 qt baking dish (9x13"). Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. When boiling, add dried pasta and cook 1 minute less than the package directs for al dente. Drain and drizzle with a little bit of olive oil to keep from sticking.
- While water is coming up to a boil, shred cheeses and toss together to mix, then divide into three piles. Approximately 3 cups for the sauce, 1 1/2 cups for the inner layer, and 1 1/2 cups for the topping.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over MED heat. Sprinkle in flour and whisk to combine. Mixture will look like very wet sand. Cook for approximately 1 minute, whisking often. Slowly pour in about 2 cups or so of the milk/half and half, while whisking constantly, until smooth. Slowly pour in the remaining milk/half and half, while whisking constantly, until combined and smooth.
- Continue to heat over MED heat, whisking very often, until thickened to a very thick consistency. It should almost be the consistency of a semi thinned out condensed soup.
- Remove from the heat and stir in spices and 1 1/2 cups of the cheeses, stirring to melt and combine. Stir in another 1 1/2 cups of cheese, and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained pasta with cheese sauce, stirring to combine fully. Pour half of the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheeses, then top that with the remaining pasta mixture.
- Sprinkle the top with the last 1 1/2 cups of cheese and bake for 15 minutes, until cheesy is bubbly and lightly golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 665 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Sodium 700 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
HOMEMADE MAC AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
This homemade Mac and Cheese Casserole is the best you've ever had. Tender noodles in a velvety sauce make the perfectly irresistible dish!!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Casserole Dinner Entree Main Course Pasta
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Cook macaroni al dente (firm) according to package directions. Drain and run under cold water.
- Melt butter over medium heat in a large saucepan. Whisk in flour and let cook 2 minutes while stirring. Slowly whisk in milk, cream, mustard powder, onion powder, salt & pepper to taste. Cook over medium heat while stirring until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese & 3 cups cheddar cheese until melted. Add soup if using.
- Toss cheese sauce & macaroni noodles together. Pour into a greased 9×13 pan. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake 18-24 minutes or until bubbly. Do not over cook. Cool 10-15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 529 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHEESY MAC & CHEESE
Everyone comes home for dinner when I make this homemade macaroni and cheese. It also receives great compliments at potlucks. -Debra Sult, Chandler, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the flour, cream, half-and-half, sour cream, egg, mustard, cayenne, salt, pepper and nutmeg until smooth., Drain pasta. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Stir in cubed cheeses. Top with cream mixture. Sprinkle with shredded cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350° until bubbly and golden brown, 30-40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 563 calories, Fat 43g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 648mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
MACARONI CORN CASSEROLE
A creamy and slightly sweet corn and macaroni casserole. It always goes over with a big bang with family and friends.
Provided by Missy Borrowman
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Corn Casserole Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium baking dish, mix the whole kernel corn, cream style corn, uncooked pasta, butter, and processed cheese.
- Bake, covered, for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove cover, stir, and continue baking 30 minutes, or until the pasta is tender but firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.8 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 890.1 mg, Sugar 7.2 g
SOUTHERN MACARONI AND CHEESE
There is macaroni and cheese, and then there is special occasion macaroni and cheese like this one. Unlike most recipes, which start with a roux, this one begins with a milk-and-egg base, which gives the dish an incredibly rich, silky taste. It's adapted from Millie Peartree, the owner of Millie Peartree Fish Fry & Soul Food restaurant in the Bronx, who has been making this dish since she was a little girl. The recipe was passed down in her family for generations, but because of the generous amount of cheese used, the dish was only made for events like Christmas and Thanksgiving. Extra-sharp Cheddar adds tartness and a layer of Colby Jack creates a gooey, molten center. If you can't find a Colby Jack blend, shredded mozzarella or a Mexican-style blend will work in its place.
Provided by Kiera Wright-Ruiz
Categories dinner, weeknight, casseroles, noodles, pastas, main course, side dish
Time 45m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook according to package directions until a little under al dente, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk milk and eggs. Add cooked macaroni, 2 cups extra-sharp Cheddar, melted butter, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and stir until well combined.
- Add half the macaroni mixture to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish in an even layer. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups Colby Jack evenly on top. Spread the remaining macaroni mixture on top in an even layer. Cover with aluminum foil, transfer to the middle rack of the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven. Carefully remove and discard the aluminum foil. Top the macaroni mixture with the remaining 2 cups Cheddar and 1/2 cup Colby Jack. Broil on top rack until cheese is browned in spots, 3 to 5 minutes. (The broiled cheese can go from golden to burnt fairly quickly, so keep a close eye on it.)
- Remove from oven and let cool until the macaroni and cheese is fully set, 10 to 15 minutes. (The mixture may first appear jiggly, but it will firm up as it cools.) Serve warm.
CORNY MACARONI AND CHEESE
I got this recipe from my roommate's mother and it's as good as it is easy. Great comfort food that isn't on any diet I know of. It's a big success at potlucks and family gatherings.
Provided by simplerich
Categories Cheese
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix everything together and put into 2 quart casserole dish.
- Bake for 45 minutes at 350F, stirring after 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 4.3, Sodium 930.3, Carbohydrate 59.9, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 6.6, Protein 8.4
LUCY'S MAC AND CORN
This recipe came from my high school cafeteria's cook, Lucy. It's my favorite school lunch dish! (Casey's mom has found that 1/2 stick of margarine and reduced-fat Velveeta results in an equal taste with less fat.)
Provided by Casey
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix together creamed corn, whole kernel corn, and uncooked macaroni. Slice the butter or margarine, and mix into the corn mixture along with the cheese. Place in a buttered casserole dish. Cover.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Uncover, stir, and bake uncovered for 30 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 55.6 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 671.3 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. This includes using a good quality cheddar cheese, macaroni pasta, and evaporated milk.
- Don't overcook the macaroni. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Make sure to stir the cheese sauce frequently while it is cooking to prevent it from burning or sticking to the pot.
- Season the macaroni and cheese to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Top the macaroni and cheese with additional shredded cheddar cheese before baking for a golden brown crust.
- Serve the macaroni and cheese hot with a side salad or vegetables.
Conclusion:
This corny macaroni and cheese recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its creamy cheese sauce, tender macaroni, and crispy topping, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this corny macaroni and cheese recipe a try.
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