Best 7 Crunchy Cheesaroni Recipes

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**Crunchy Cheesaroni: A Delightful Symphony of Crispy Pasta and Melted Cheese**

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Crunchy Cheesaroni is not your ordinary pasta dish; it's an explosion of flavors and textures that will elevate your mealtime experience. This delectable dish features perfectly cooked pasta coated in a creamy, cheesy sauce, then baked to perfection until it achieves a golden-brown crisp. But that's not all; Crunchy Cheesaroni goes above and beyond with its medley of additional recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic comfort food. From the tangy and refreshing Lemon Ricotta Cheesaroni to the indulgent and hearty Cheesaroni Alfredo, this article has something to satisfy every palate. So, get ready to indulge in the ultimate cheesy extravaganza and discover the secrets behind creating the crispiest, most flavorful Crunchy Cheesaroni you've ever tasted.

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CRUNCHY CHEESARONI



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this is a perfect comfort food casserole that melts in your mouth. Im telling you, you'll be begging for seconds

Provided by irish mommy 724

Categories     Meat

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb lean ground beef
2 cups small shell pasta (cooked, measurment is prior to cooking)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can tomato soup
1 large tomatoes, in chuncks
1 small onion
1 1/2 cups colby-monterey jack cheese (shredded, any cheese will do)
1 1/2 cups French-fried onions (durkees) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet fry up the hamburg.
  • combine the hamburg, macaroni, both cans of soup (DO NOT DILLUTE) in a large bowl
  • in the same skillet saute the onions and tomatoes, then combine with the macaroni mixture.
  • pour half the mixture in a casserole dish. spread 1 cup of the cheese over the top, then spread 1 cup of the french fried onions over the top.
  • pour the remaing macaroni mixture over the top, and cover with the remaining cheese. cover with tinfoil and bake at 350 for 35 minutes
  • remove tinfoil and spread the remaing french fried onions over the top. bake for 5 more minutes.

CRUNCHY CHEESERONI



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Make and share this Crunchy Cheeseroni recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pines506

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 lb lean ground beef
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can tomato soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 medium green pepper, diced
1/4 cup chopped pimiento, optional
2 cups colby cheese, cubed
1 (3 ounce) can French-fried onions

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, drain.
  • Brown ground beef; drain.
  • Then add to beef soups, green pepper, pimento and cooked macaroni.
  • Place half the mixture in a greased 2 quart casserole.
  • Sprinkle with half the cheese and onions.
  • Top with remaining macaroni mixture and cheese.
  • Bake at 350 for 25 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with remaining onions and bake 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 84.9, Sodium 967.6, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 6.2, Protein 30.5

CRISPY BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the dish
Kosher salt
8 ounces mini penne pasta
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 bay leaf
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 1/2 cups grated monterey jack cheese (about 4 ounces)
1 1/2 cups grated gruyere cheese (about 4 ounces)
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 3 ounces)
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter a shallow 2-quart baking dish; set aside. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs for al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking, until smooth and lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Add the bay leaf, cayenne and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, whisking occasionally, until the sauce comes to a simmer and thickens slightly, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Remove the bay leaf from the sauce and whisk in the monterey jack, gruyere and cheddar one cheese at a time, allowing each cheese to melt before adding more. Add the pasta and stir until coated, adding the reserved cooking water as needed to loosen (the sauce will thicken as it bakes).
  • Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the microwave. Add the panko, parmesan and a pinch of salt; stir to combine. Scatter over the pasta and bake until the crumbs are browned and crisp, 15 to 20 minutes.

THREE CHEESE CROSTINI APPETIZER



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes
3 tablespoons thinly sliced shallots
2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, loosely measured
1/4 cup prepared basil pesto
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel, loosely measured
16 slices French or artisan type baguette, cut 1/4-inch thick on the diagonal
2 to 3 grinds black peppercorns (using handheld grinder)
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup finely shredded fresh Pecorino Romano cheese, loosely measured

Steps:

  • Position an oven rack 5 to 6 inches from the broiler element. Preheat the broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  • In a small bowl gently toss the tomatoes, shallots, 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and vinegar together. Spread out the mixture on the prepared baking sheet. Set the baking sheet on a rack under the broiler element. Broil until the tomatoes begin to show a few black spots, about 4 minutes with oven door closed. Turn the mixture, using a spatula, and broil 3 minutes longer with the oven door closed. Remove from the oven and transfer the mixture with a slotted spoon to a small bowl; set the bowl aside until needed. Retain the broiler heat on high.
  • While the tomatoes are broiling, combine the ricotta, blue cheese, pesto, 1/2 teaspoon salt, lemon juice and lemon peel in a medium bowl.
  • Arrange the baguette slices on a large baking sheet and brush with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Put the baking sheet on the rack under the broiler element and broil until golden, about 1 minute or so per side, watching carefully. Remove from oven.
  • To assemble, season the tomato mixture with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and peppercorns, then stir in the basil. Spread some of the ricotta mixture over each crostini. Top with the tomato/onion mixture, then sprinkle with shredded cheese, dividing all the ingredients equally among the slices. Transfer to a serving plate and serve.

BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Macaroni and cheese may seem an easy proposition. Noodles, cheese. But the secret to this creamy dish with a crunchy and crisp top is American cheese. This is no place for fancy cheeses or fancy noodles. Leave the whole-wheat penne and artisanal orecchiette in the cupboard and bring on the elbow pasta.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     brunch, dinner, easy, lunch, weekday, casseroles, main course, side dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter
12 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
12 ounces American cheese or cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
1 pound elbow pasta, boiled in salted water until just tender, drained, and rinsed under cold water
1/8 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
Salt
2/3 cup whole milk.

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Use one tablespoon butter to thickly grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Combine grated cheeses and set aside two heaping cups for topping.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the pasta, cheeses, cayenne (if using) and salt to taste. Place in prepared pan and evenly pour milk over surface. Sprinkle reserved cheese on top, dot with remaining butter and bake, uncovered, 45 minutes. Raise heat to 400 degrees and bake 15 to 20 minutes more, until crusty on top and bottom.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 291, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 24 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 557 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 1 gram

SPAMARONI AND CHEESE



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Easy, economical comfort food, combining childhood favorites. My kids loved this when they were growing up.

Provided by DustyRider

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

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 (14 ounce) package deluxe macaroni and cheese dinner mix (such as Kraft®)
1 (12 ounce) can luncheon meat (such as Spam®), cut into 1/4-inch cubes
¼ cup milk
½ cup Italian-style bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Place macaroni, cheese, cubed luncheon meat, and milk in a large bowl; mix well to combine. Turn out into casserole dish. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691.8 calories, Carbohydrate 80.1 g, Cholesterol 74.6 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 2219.7 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

'GOT SOME CRUST' MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Delicious macaroni casserole, topped with crispy and cheesy crust.

Provided by Chris T

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

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups elbow macaroni
¼ cup butter, divided
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch glass baking dish.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the macaroni, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and mix with half of the butter.
  • While the macaroni is boiling, melt the remaining butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onions, and cook until the onions begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in the flour, and cook 5 minutes longer. Add the milk and bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Cook and stir until the milk has thickened, about 10 minutes. Once thick and smooth, stir in the salt, white pepper, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, mustard, 2 cups of Cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheeses have melted, then stir in the macaroni until evenly coated. Scrape into the prepared baking dish, and smooth the top. Toss the remaining 1 cup Cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese with the dry bread crumbs in a mixing bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the macaroni.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the macaroni is hot and the crust is golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 45.2 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 532.4 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

Tips:

  • Use a large pot to cook the pasta so that it has plenty of room to expand.
  • Add salt to the pasta water to help flavor the pasta.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  • Drain the pasta well before adding it to the cheese sauce.
  • Use a good quality cheese sauce. You can make your own or use a store-bought sauce.
  • Add some cooked bacon, sausage, or ground beef to the cheese sauce for extra flavor.
  • Top the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Crunchy Cheesaroni is a quick and easy pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is made with macaroni pasta, cheese sauce, and bread crumbs. The macaroni pasta is cooked until al dente and then tossed with the cheese sauce. The bread crumbs are added to the top of the pasta and then baked until golden brown. Crunchy Cheesaroni is a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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