CLASSIC MACARONI AND CHEESE FROM FINE COOKING
This is best assembled ahead. Pasta will soak up sauce. Sprinkle on crumbs just before baking. A wonderful version of a classic dish.
Provided by KathyP53
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees and butter 9x13" baking dish.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions just until tender and drain well.
- Melt 12 tablespoons of butter in a heavy-based medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour, onion, bay leaf, thyme, and peppercorns; reduce heat to medium low and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to make a roux. Slowly whisk the milk into rux until smooth and blended. Raise heat to medium-high; whisk constantly until mixture boils. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened. Lower heat and continue simmering for about 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Strain sauce into a large bowl, removing the onion, herbs, and peppercorns. Add salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cheddar cheese, stirring until cheese is melted. Toss pasta with cheese sauce and pour mixture into baking dish.
- Melt last 2 tablespoons butter and toss with breadcrumbs. Spread the buttered curmbs over casserole. Bake until sizzling and lightly browned, about 40 minutes. Cover with foil is browns too quickly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1205.8, Fat 72.7, SaturatedFat 44.8, Cholesterol 208.2, Sodium 947.7, Carbohydrate 89.6, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 13.4, Protein 48.1
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Choudary waqar Dhudi
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese is the perfect side dish for any meal.
lazna shrestha
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. It's definitely a keeper.
Alzira Belinda
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and cheesy.
Jacob Fleming
[email protected]I've been making this macaroni and cheese recipe for years and it's always a family favorite.
Popstar mc
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.
Md Arafat hosain
[email protected]I'm not a fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe is amazing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Lal
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and delicious.
Sharoz Khan Sherani
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Thozamile Mxhamli
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the macaroni and cheese turned out perfectly.
Hassan Jan too
[email protected]This was the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
M. Sagar
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so creamy and flavorful.
Dj Faruk by remix 2020
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.
Victory Efekelu
[email protected]I added some cooked diced ham and peas to the macaroni and cheese and it was delicious.
ishwori basnet
[email protected]I substituted sharp cheddar cheese for the mild cheddar and it gave the dish a nice kick.
shahadat sumon
[email protected]The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the dish turned out perfectly.
Farhan Ahmed Polash
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
KiNGMAN BlAZZE
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese recipe was a hit with my family! It was easy to follow and the results were creamy, cheesy, and delicious.