Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Junior's Macaroni and Cheese Pie, a harmonious blend of creamy macaroni and cheese encased in a flaky, golden-brown pie crust. This iconic dish, a staple of the legendary Junior's Restaurant in New York City, has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts for decades. Its velvety macaroni filling, enriched with a medley of cheeses, is perfectly complemented by the buttery, flaky crust. Embark on a delectable adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this classic comfort food, exploring variations that range from a traditional rendition to a modern twist infused with unique ingredients.
Additional Recipes Included:
1. Classic Macaroni and Cheese: Experience the timeless charm of the original macaroni and cheese recipe, a symphony of creamy cheddar cheese sauce blanketing tender macaroni noodles.
2. Southern-Style Macaroni and Cheese: Embark on a culinary expedition to the American South with this rendition, where sharp cheddar cheese and a hint of cayenne pepper create a tantalizing balance of flavors.
3. Baked Macaroni and Cheese: Discover the irresistible allure of this baked version, where a crispy golden-brown crust forms atop a creamy macaroni and cheese filling, resulting in a textural masterpiece.
4. Lobster Macaroni and Cheese: Elevate your taste buds with the luxurious combination of succulent lobster and creamy macaroni and cheese, a delectable indulgence for special occasions.
5. Vegetarian Macaroni and Cheese: Delight in a meatless marvel, where a medley of vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers join forces with creamy macaroni and cheese, creating a colorful and flavorful dish.
SOUTHERN MACARONI AND CHEESE PIE
Macaroni and Cheese Pie is a staple of all good Southern family dinners, church dinners and socials.
Provided by dameionec
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in the macaroni and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until it has cooked through but is still slightly firm, about 8 minutes; drain.
- Slowly melt butter in a large pot over low heat. Stir in evaporated milk and black pepper; cook until heated through.
- Whisk eggs in a bowl until smooth; whisk about 1/2 cup of the evaporated milk mixture into the eggs, 1 tablespoon at a time, until thoroughly incorporated. Whisk the egg mixture back into the saucepan with evaporated milk mixture. Continue to heat gently, whisking constantly, until the evaporated milk mixture almost comes to a simmer and the sauce thickens.
- Gently mix salt and cooked macaroni into the sauce and stir to combine.
- Spoon 1/4 of the macaroni mixture in a layer into the bottom of the prepared casserole dish and top with 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese. Repeat layers three more times; top last cheese layer with paprika to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbling, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 620.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 197.3 mg, Fat 43.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 26.4 g, Sodium 919.1 mg, Sugar 9.8 g
MAC 'N CHEESE PIE
Take mac 'n cheese to the next level with our Mac 'N Cheese Pie recipe! This delicious mac 'n cheese recipe boasts broccoli, smoked ham and delicious blends of cheese for a twist on a family classic that everyone at the table will love.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Cook Macaroni in large saucepan as directed on package, adding broccoli to the boiling water for the last 2 min.; drain.
- Beat eggs in small bowl; stir in Cheese Sauce. Add to Macaroni mixture with ham; mix well. Spoon into 9-inch pie plate sprayed with cooking spray; top with shredded cheese.
- Bake 30 min. or until macaroni mixture is set in center and top is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 160 mg, Sodium 980 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 19 g
MACARONI PIE
This wonderful pie is a variation of macaroni and cheese.
Provided by TARASMOMMEE
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Beat eggs and milk together. Pour half of the cooked macaroni into 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover macaroni with half of the cheese. Pour remaining macaroni into baking dish leaving a little room at the top. Cover with remaining cheese. Pour egg mixture over macaroni. Sprinkle with salt.
- Bake in a preheated over for an hour or until a knife inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 742.7 calories, Carbohydrate 91.6 g, Cholesterol 136.4 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 35.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 490.1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
IMPOSSIBLY EASY MAC AND CHEESE PIE
Save time! Try a delicious version of mac 'n cheese where you don't have to precook the mac!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. Place uncooked macaroni in pie plate. Sprinkle with 1 3/4 cups of the cheese.
- In medium bowl, stir remaining ingredients with wire whisk or fork until blended. Pour into pie plate.
- Spray sheet of foil with cooking spray; place sprayed side down over pie plate. Bake 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 8 to 10 minutes longer or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake 1 to 2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g
MACARONI VEGETABLE CHEESE PIE
A new take on macaroni and cheese, from Taste of the Caribbean. I added spinach and parmesan cheese to the original recipe, and I forgot all about the egg - but since it was completely devoured by my husband and son, it must have been okay. Don't let the cinnamon scare you - it is very subtle. Note: I've included a bit more information in the directions after the first review that informed me I'd left a couple things out (thanks Ellie).
Provided by pattikay in L.A.
Categories Cheese
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- heat oven to 350.
- cook macaroni in boiling water for 10 minutes; drain, rinse under cold water and drain again.
- Melt 2 T of butter in pan and add the flour. Cook for 1 minute, then add milk, whisking constantly.
- Heat till mixture boils, then simmer gently for 5-10 minutes.
- stir in mustard and cinnamon, with 2/3 of the cheese. (alternatively, you can put in all the cheddar here, and top with parmesan at the end).
- Season to taste. Cook gently, stirring frequently, till cheese has melted, then remove from heat and whisk in egg. Cover and set aside.
- heat remaining butter in a small frying pan and cook the scallions, chopped tomatoes and corn (and spinach, if using) over gentle heat for 5-10 minutes.
- Tip half the cooked macaroni into a greased ovenproof dish. Pour half of cheese sauce over it and mix well, then spoon tomato/corn mixture even over.
- Tip the remaining macaroni into the pan containing the cheese sauce, stir well and then spread carefully over the tomato and corn mixture.
- Top with remaining grated cheddar (or parmesan). Bake 45 minutes, or till top is golden and bubbly.
- Let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.7, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 19.7, Cholesterol 138.8, Sodium 452.3, Carbohydrate 62.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 2, Protein 25.8
MINI MACARONI PIES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease 8 cups of a 12-cup muffin pan.
- In a bowl, combine the crackers, 1 cup of the cheddar cheese, and the melted butter. Divide the mixture among the prepared muffin cups and press firmly in the bottom and up the sides of the cups.
- In a large bowl, mix the macaroni with 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese. In a small bowl, combine the eggs, milk, sour cream, cold butter pieces, and salt. Stir the milk mixture into the macaroni.
- Spoon 2 tablespoons of the macaroni mixture into each cracker crust and top with the remaining cheddar cheese. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and slightly crispy. Allow the pies to cool slightly before unmolding and serving warm.
MAC-N-CHEEZ (ADAPTED FROM SWEETIE PIE'S)
Take to pot-lucks or gatherings. Can make the day before and reheat in a slow cooker.
Provided by brandy
Categories Side Dish
Time 58m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sprinkle salt into a large pot of water; bring to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 4-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- Pour hot macaroni into the baking dish. Add butter; stir until melted.
- Whisk evaporated milk, milk, eggs, and sour cream together in a large bowl. Season with sugar, pepper, and salt.
- Sprinkle Colby Jack cheese, processed cheese food, and Cheddar cheese over macaroni. Pour milk mixture on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until top is lightly browned, 30 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 126.8 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 1131 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
EASY MACARONI AND CHEESE PIE
They love mac and cheese. They love pie. So homemade mac and cheese baked in a pie dish and cut into gooey wedges is a sure winner, don't you think?
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350ºF.
- Melt butter in large saucepan on low heat. Stir in flour and pepper; cook and stir 2 min. or until hot and bubbly. Gradually stir in milk; bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly. Simmer on low heat 3 to 5 min. or until thickened, stirring constantly. Add Italian* Five Cheese; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until melted. Stir in macaroni.
- Spoon into 9-inch deep-dish pie plate sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with cheddar.
- Bake 20 min. or until heated though. Let stand 5 min. before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g
TRINIDADIAN MACARONI PIE
Macaroni pie is a firmer, highly spiced version of mac and cheese. Quintessential Trinidadian seasonings like thyme and Scotch bonnet pepper give this dish a distinctive taste, while a little less liquid mixed with an egg creates a solid, sliceable texture. A Trini staple for large family gatherings, it's the perfect addition to a holiday table. And if there are any leftovers, they keep well. Feel free to use your favorite Cheddar, but if you're able to find New Zealand Cheddar (or "Trinidad cheese" as it's called on the island), don't pass it up.
Provided by Lesley Enston
Categories casseroles, main course
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9-by-13-inch (3-quart) baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, mix the Cheddar and mozzarella, and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk the evaporated milk, egg, tomato paste, garlic and onion powders, mustard, thyme, Scotch bonnet pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, and a generous pinch of black pepper until very well blended.
- Cook macaroni in boiling salted water according to the package directions for al dente. Drain and return to the pot. Stir in the tablespoon of butter until melted, then add half the cheese and stir until it's fully combined and starting to melt. Stir in the milk mixture until the pasta is evenly coated. Pour the pasta into the buttered dish, spread it evenly and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top.
- Bake until the top is bubbling and golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for at least 10 minutes to help it firm up. The dish can be made up to a day in advance, tightly covered with foil or plastic wrap, and refrigerated, or cut into serving sizes, wrapped tightly and frozen. Reheat covered with foil in a 350-degree oven or in a covered skillet on the stove.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your macaroni and cheese pie.
- Don't overcook the macaroni. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Use a good quality cheese. A sharp cheddar cheese will give you the best flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses. You can use a combination of cheeses, or even add in some other ingredients like cooked bacon or diced tomatoes.
- Make sure the pie is cooked all the way through. It should be golden brown on top and bubbling around the edges.
- Let the pie cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help it set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Macaroni and cheese pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese, or to make a quick and easy meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a macaroni and cheese pie that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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