EASY WEEKNIGHT MAC AND CHEESE 4 WAYS

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A classic, creamy macaroni and cheese. Take it to the next level with Almond Breeze almondmilk and delicious toppings the whole family will love.

Provided by Almond Breeze

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Almond Breeze

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 ½ cups small elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 ½ cups Almond Breeze Unsweetened Original almondmilk
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Freshly ground pepper to taste
¾ cup 1/4-inch diced turkey kielbasa
⅔ cup chopped onion
⅔ cup diced bell pepper (any color)
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
⅓ cup real bacon bits
1 ½ cups mixed riced cauliflower and broccoli
Garlic salt to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup chopped red onion
15 slices turkey pepperoni, cut into quarters
⅓ cup diced bell pepper (any color)
⅓ cup sliced olives

Steps:

  • Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions, about 8 minutes.
  • While macaroni is cooking, melt butter over medium heat in a large saucepan. Add flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Whisk in Almond Breeze almondmilk and stock and bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Stir in mustard, onion powder, and garlic salt.
  • Add cheese a little at a time, cooking and stirring until melted before adding more. Season with pepper. Drain macaroni well and stir in. Cook for 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
  • For Sausage and Pepper topping: Cook sausage and onion in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until sausage is browned and onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in bell pepper and thyme; cook and stir for 2 minutes more to soften peppers. Serve over hot Weeknight Mac and Cheese.
  • For Riced Veggie and Bacon topping: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add bacon and cook for 2 minutes more. Stir in riced veggies; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes to soften. Season with garlic salt. Serve over hot Weeknight Mac and Cheese.
  • For Pepperoni and Veggie Pizza topping: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepperoni and cook until both are lightly browned, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Stir in bell pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes to soften. Stir in olives, if desired. Spoon over hot Weeknight Mac and Cheese.

Jace B
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it for my family and friends many times and everyone always raves about it.


Anwar Hossan
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This recipe was a lifesaver! I needed a quick and easy meal for my family and this fit the bill perfectly. The mac and cheese was a hit with everyone.


Shirin Ahona
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I wasn't sure how this recipe would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The mac and cheese was delicious and my family loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Elias Sidiqi
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it. The mac and cheese was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Anthoni Wright
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I'm always looking for new mac and cheese recipes, and this one did not disappoint. It was easy to make and the results were delicious. I especially liked the addition of the bacon and breadcrumbs.


Nabifo Aisha
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This was the easiest mac and cheese recipe I've ever made. It was also the most delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Tshego Ratlhogo
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I made this recipe for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best mac and cheese they had ever had. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Dhivya Dhivya
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The mac and cheese was creamy, cheesy, and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mac and cheese.


Abu Sayem
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of cheeses was perfect, and the pasta was cooked just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Miguel bamaca
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This mac and cheese recipe was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and the results were delicious. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.