AUNT MARTHA'S MAC & CHEESE

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This recipe is from my Aunt Martha's recipe box; which got from her daughter, Margaret Ann , she and I are about the same age.. This is so rich and creamy, there is never any left...so if you are making it for more than 8 people you might want to make 2 or more....this freezes well. If you are going to freeze it be sure to...

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

SAUCE:
2 Tbsp bacon drippings,or butter
3 medium shallots, diced
2 Tbsp all purpose flour
4 c top cream (heavy cream)
1 whole garlic,roasted and minced
2 tsp dried thyme, crushed
1 c smokey cheese, grated or shredded
1 c cheddar cheese, grated or shredded
1 c monterey jack cheese, grated or shredded
1 lb macaroni pasta, cooked
TOPPING:
1 c cornmeal bread, crumbled
3 Tbsp bacon dripping or melted butter

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350^. Brush a large casserole dish with bacon drippings or butter...set aside.(If making to freeze check about note.)Can put in individual dishes.
  • 2. Sauté the shallots in the bacon drippings until lightly browned. Add in the flour and slowly add the top cream;bring to a boil while stirring,to combine;
  • 3. Add the garlic, and thyme; cook for 10 minutes or until reduced to about 1/2...now add the 3 kinds of cheese ..stir to combine then add the cooked macaroni.
  • 4. Stir all ingredients together and pour into the prepared casserole dish. Spread the topping over top evenly. Bake for 25 minutes or until crumbs on top are lightly browned.

Anania Baker
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This mac and cheese is the best! It's creamy, cheesy, and delicious. I love the addition of the breadcrumb topping. It's the perfect comfort food.


Debra Wilson
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I've made this mac and cheese recipe several times now and it's always a hit! It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the creamy cheese sauce and the crispy breadcrumb topping.


Nahe Naser
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This is my favorite mac and cheese recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the creamy cheese sauce and the crispy breadcrumb topping. It's the perfect comfort food.


Md masum Bilah
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I made this mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cheese sauce was perfect and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Blue Beta
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This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food! It's creamy, cheesy, and delicious. I love the addition of the breadcrumb topping. It's the perfect dish to serve on a cold winter night.


Yudenia Santos
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I've been making this mac and cheese recipe for years and it's always a hit! It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the creamy cheese sauce and the crispy breadcrumb topping.


Mass Taylor
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This mac and cheese is a classic for a reason! It's creamy, cheesy, and delicious. I love the addition of the breadcrumb topping. It's the perfect comfort food.


Narh Mawujingua
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I made this mac and cheese for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best mac and cheese they've ever had. I will definitely be making this again.


Angelique Woodall
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This is the best mac and cheese recipe I've ever tried! The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the breadcrumb topping. It's the perfect comfort food.


Treasure Neis
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I've made this mac and cheese recipe several times now and it's always a hit! It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the creamy cheese sauce and the crispy breadcrumb topping.


MdJi bon
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This mac and cheese was delicious! The cheese sauce was perfect and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Reyas Khan
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I'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but I tried this recipe and I was pleasantly surprised! The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Smoke FF
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I made this mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cheese sauce was perfect and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mostafa Abuelenien
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This is my new favorite mac and cheese recipe! The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Mustapha El Bajaoui
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This mac and cheese was easy to make and turned out great! I used a sharp cheddar cheese and it gave the dish a really nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


damtvgh
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I was pleasantly surprised! The mac and cheese was delicious and creamy. The breadcrumb topping added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Prince joshu thomas
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This is the best mac and cheese I have ever had! The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Irfan Yaqoob
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I made this mac and cheese for my family and they all loved it! The cheese sauce was perfect and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Alamim
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This mac and cheese was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the creamy, cheesy sauce and the crispy breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again.