CRUSTY BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE

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I happen to love a "crusty" top on my Baked Macaroni and Cheese, so came up with the following variation as an alternative to the "creamy" variety. I use Ziti or Rigatoni, instead of elbow macaroni, for a chewier texture. I also do one layer of the pasta and the cheese in as large a shallow casserole (glass, ceramic, rectangular metal pan) as needed, to get as much "cheese crust" as possible. You can easily double, triple, etc. the recipe, in which case I do two layers of macaroni with butter and cheese over each layer.

Provided by NYTX29

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb ziti pasta or 1/2 lb rigatoni pasta
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons flour
4 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper
3 -4 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Boil pasta al dente.
  • Drain and put the pasta in one layer in a large shallow casserole.
  • Whisk the milk and flour until well blended. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour the milk & flour mixture over the pasta.
  • Dot the butter all over the pasta.
  • Sprinkle the cheese over the top of the pasta to cover it fully.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes until top is browned and crusty.
  • If desired, after about 20 minutes, you can put the casserole under the broiler to brown the top faster.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 765.5, Fat 47.5, SaturatedFat 29.7, Cholesterol 143, Sodium 729.4, Carbohydrate 49.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.5, Protein 34.6

Noushadk983
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Md Badol
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This macaroni and cheese is a classic dish that everyone will love.


Kudzai Tsuro
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I've never been a fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and easy to make.


Raju Kamait
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This is the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the crust is perfect.


ivvy slexzie
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I love the crispy crust on this macaroni and cheese. It adds a nice texture to the dish.


Mdabutaher Taher
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This macaroni and cheese is so good, I could eat it every day.


Shannon Ford
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for parties or potlucks.


Bilal Muhammad bilal
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This is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and just plain delicious.


Deandrae R Smith
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so cheesy and delicious.


Mahmoud GESH EL NAMER
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I was looking for a macaroni and cheese recipe that was different from the usual. This one fit the bill perfectly. The crust added a nice touch.


ARandomBoy
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it.


Armgn Hadir
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I've tried other macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and the cheese is perfectly melted.


Whsj Hajaj
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Shahzadsain Shahzadsain
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


hope Cormier
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I was a bit skeptical about the crust, but it turned out to be amazing. It added a nice crunch to the dish.


Faruq Gbolahan
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the crust is to die for.


Adnan Wardag
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great.


Muhammad Sabbir Hossan
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This macaroni and cheese was a hit with my family! It had the perfect amount of cheese and the crust was nice and crispy.