AS CLOSE TO GRANNY'S BAKED MACARONI & CHEESE

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My granny was an amazing cook, but like most great chefs she did not follow any written recipe. Unfortunately, I came into cooking long after her passing and when the hunger pang hit me one Sunday...I began searching far and wide for her macaronni and cheese out there. This is as close as I've come.

Provided by Mousie Ann

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 cup heavy cream (light cream works fine, too)
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
salt
additional butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Boil elbow macaroni as directed on package. Set aside.
  • Melt butter in saucepan.
  • Blend flour, milk & cream. Cook stirring constantly until boil (2 to 3 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and add papricka, pepper, and 2 C of grated sharp cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Stir in cooked elbow macaroni and salt to taste.
  • Spoon final mixture into a small casserole dish.
  • Garnish top with remaining grated sharp cheddar cheese.
  • 'Dot' top with additional butter. (I usually dot with another 2 tbl of butter).
  • Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes.

David Ahamefula
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This recipe is a bit too cheesy for my taste, but it was still good.


Himo 24XX
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe was actually really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Secured Checks
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This is the best baked macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever had. It's so creamy and cheesy.


Nl Mahadi
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


doon sagor doon
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This is my go-to recipe for baked macaroni and cheese. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Mehar Sufyan
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use different types of pasta and cheese to create different flavors.


Md Mothjta
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again.


Praiseworth “KIDDORH” Makhanya
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This is the best baked macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the topping is perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Kobita khan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use different types of cheese to create different flavors.


Hashmi Group
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This baked macaroni and cheese recipe is a winner! It's creamy, cheesy, and has the perfect amount of crunch on top. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it!