Best 4 Parmesan Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our collection of Parmesan Macaroni and Cheese recipes. Discover a symphony of creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dishes that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. From classic stovetop mac and cheese to baked versions with golden-brown crusts, we have a recipe for every occasion and preference. Explore variations featuring different types of cheese, crispy breadcrumb toppings, and unique flavor combinations. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the timeless appeal of macaroni and cheese, elevated with the rich and nutty flavor of Parmesan cheese.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE MAC AND CHEESE



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This is a nice rich mac and cheese. Serve with a salad for a great meatless dinner. Hope you enjoy it.

Provided by Judy

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

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups milk
¼ cup butter
2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup bread crumbs
1 pinch paprika

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Stir in enough flour to make a roux. Add milk to roux slowly, stirring constantly. Stir in cheeses, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce is a little thick. Put macaroni in large casserole dish, and pour sauce over macaroni. Stir well.
  • Melt butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and brown. Spread over the macaroni and cheese to cover. Sprinkle with a little paprika.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 858.2 calories, Carbohydrate 66.7 g, Cholesterol 141.6 mg, Fat 48.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 29.9 g, Sodium 879.3 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

PARMESAN MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Parmesan Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by EveryoneLovesaSprin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 -3 tablespoons Smart Balance butter spread
2 -3 tablespoons whole wheat flour
3 cups 1% low-fat milk
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 dash Tabasco sauce
2 cups elbow macaroni, Dreamfields is a low carb option
1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated. Using higher quality allows you to use less
3/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
salt and pepper, as desired
1 teaspoon chili powder, as desired (or more)

Steps:

  • Heat Smart Balance butter spread in pan over medium heat until melted. Add flour all at once, whisking until smooth. Cook, stirring occasionally, over medium heat until flour mixture is cooked, about 3 minutes.
  • Gradually stir in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to thicken, at least 5 minutes. Stir in salt and Tabasco.
  • Add parmesan and mozzarella to sauce, reserving a little of both to sprinkle on top later. Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Meanwhile, cook Dreamfields pasta according to directions on box and drain.
  • Layer cheese sauce and macaroni in oven safe casserole dish. Sprinkle reserved parmesan and mozzarella on top of macaroni and top with S&P as desired. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and brown.
  • Suggestions: if you like a spicy version of macaroni and cheese, add 1 tsp of chili powder and extra dashes of Tabasco to white sauce as it is cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.5, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 33.9, Sodium 786.3, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 7.8, Protein 21

MACARONI AND CHEESE IN PARMESAN CUPS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h10m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 cups fresh grated Parmesan
1/3 cup diced onion
1 sprig fresh thyme leaves
3 sprig fresh dill
1 sprig fresh oregano leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 allspice berry
1 bay leaf
2 cloves garlic
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup shredded Vermont sharp Cheddar
1/4 cup shredded Cotswold
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 cup cooked macaroni
Salt and fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • To make the Parmesan Cups: Put a small nonstick pan on stove over medium heat. Lay tart molds upside down on flat surface. Place 1 tablespoon of cheese in a small pile about the size of a quarter in the pan. Cook until cheese melts and starts to bubble. Flip the cheese and continue cooking until golden brown. Drape cheese over tart mold and press down with another tart mold to form cup shape. Let cool. Remove from molds and trim off excess cheese after cheese has cooled.
  • To make Macaroni and Cheese: Put the onion, herbs, garlic and cream in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until cream is reduced by half. Strain and put cream back in pan on low heat. Whisk in the cheese. Add cooked macaroni to cheese mixture. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
  • To assemble: Spoon mixture into each Parmesan cup and garnish with chopped parsley.

MACARONI AND CHEDDAR/PARMESAN CHEESE



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From my Fix-It and Forget-It Big Cookbook by Phyllis Pellman Good attributed to Sherry L. Lapp of Lancaster, PA.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Macaroni And Cheese

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
13 ounces fat-free evaporated milk
1 cup nonfat milk
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
4 cups shredded fat-free sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 cup grated fat-free parmesan cheese
nonfat cooking spray

Steps:

  • Spray inside of cooker with nonfat cooking spray. Then, in cooker, combine lightly cooked macaroni, evaporated milk, milk, eggs, 3 cups cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
  • Top with remaining cheddar and Parmesan cheeses.
  • Cover. Cook on low 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.4, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 108.3, Sodium 509.4, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 8, Protein 24.1

Tips:

  • Use a good quality Parmesan cheese. The better the cheese, the better the macaroni and cheese will be.
  • Don't overcook the macaroni. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Make sure the cheese sauce is thick and creamy. You can add more milk or cream if needed.
  • Season the macaroni and cheese to taste. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder.
  • Top the macaroni and cheese with bread crumbs or grated Parmesan cheese before baking. This will give it a nice crispy topping.

Conclusion:

Parmesan macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit. With its creamy, cheesy sauce, crispy topping, and al dente macaroni, it's a dish that everyone will love. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, Parmesan macaroni and cheese is sure to be a hit.

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