CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE

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This is my absolute very favorite macaroni and cheese recipe and I have a large collection of m/c recipes. Adapted from Southern Living. I don't make this very often because I could literally eat the whole thing and lick the dish clean.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon garlic granules
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups milk
2 (10 ounce) packages sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (I use Cracker Barrel)
1 (10 ounce) package extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (I use Cracker Barrel)
1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked

Steps:

  • In a big skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  • Whisk the flour in gradually until the mixture is smooth.
  • Cook and whisk continually for 2 minutes.
  • Add in salt, pepper, cayenne, and garlic; stir to combine.
  • Gradually whisk in half-and-half and milk.
  • Cook and whisk continually for 8-10 minutes or until mixture is thickened.
  • Add in half of the sharp cheddar cheese; stir.
  • Add in all of the extra-sharp cheddar cheese; stir until smooth.
  • Take skillet off stove burner.
  • Mix together the cooked macaroni and cheese mixture; transfer to a greased 13x9 inch casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining sharp cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in a 350° oven for 20 minutes (may need to bake longer for a crispy top).

Beauti Mngxekeza
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This was the best macaroni and cheese I have ever had! The cheese sauce was so smooth and creamy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


MD Baijid Hasan Badol
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I made this macaroni and cheese for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even my picky kids. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Anower Hossen
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This macaroni and cheese was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Stephanie Horton
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I was looking for a new macaroni and cheese recipe to try, and this one did not disappoint! The cheese sauce was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Chichi Mupeta
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This was the best macaroni and cheese I have ever had! The cheese sauce was so smooth and creamy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Nuwahereza Agatha
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I made this macaroni and cheese for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even my picky kids. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Julie Musiime
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This macaroni and cheese was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Asad Kiyani
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I was looking for a new macaroni and cheese recipe to try, and this one did not disappoint! The cheese sauce was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


mahiya's gaming
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This was the best macaroni and cheese I have ever had! The cheese sauce was so smooth and creamy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Nikeisha Davis
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I made this macaroni and cheese for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even my picky kids. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sayem Rahmen
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This macaroni and cheese was so creamy and delicious! I loved the addition of the sharp cheddar cheese, and the breadcrumbs on top gave it a nice crispy texture. I will definitely be making this again.


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