EXTRA SHARP MACARONI AND CHEESE

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We love creamy, tangy macaroni and cheese, so I was on a quest to create the perfect recipe. After experimenting with several different sauces, this one has fit the bill for us! Cooper sharp, extra sharp cheddar and my secret ingredient, sour cream, gives this mac and cheese the perfect tang we've been looking for!

Provided by Kialono .....

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 oz box macaroni, elbow
4 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
salt and pepper to taste
pinch nutmeg, fresh
1 lb cooper sharp cheese (at deli)
4 c extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 c sour cream, don't use lite
4 c whole milk, don't use skim

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare macaroni according to package, cooking about 1 minute less than it calls for. Drain and place in a 13 x 9 baking dish which has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
  • 2. In a heavy, large sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the flour, salt and pepper (about a pinch each) and let it sit for about 90 seconds so the flour cooks. Stir with a whisk until the flour is smooth, about 1 minute. Add the milk, slowly at first, to incorporate, whisking quickly. Add the sour cream (it will look lumpy). Whisk frequently until it just about boils, being careful not to let it boil. Add the cheeses, starting with the cooper sharp, a few slices at a time and whisk until incorporated. Add 2 cups of grated cheddar and the tiniest pinch of fresh, grated nutmeg. Don't boil, just whisk until the cheeses are melted and the sauce becomes smooth.
  • 3. Pour the sauce over the macaroni (I use all of it because we like it very creamy. If you like a custard-y consistency, leave a little sauce out). Stir the sauce until the macaroni is covered. Top with the remaining 2 cups of grated cheddar. Do not cover. Cook in a 350 degree preheated oven for 45 minutes until it's bubbling. ENJOY!

GARM ANDAY
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This macaroni and cheese is the perfect side dish for a holiday meal.


Ishal khan
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I love that this recipe uses sharp cheddar cheese. It gives the macaroni and cheese a really nice flavor.


Issahaku Sherifdeen
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Goga Gill
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's my new favorite macaroni and cheese.


brown zulu
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This macaroni and cheese is the perfect comfort food.


Muhammad Sabtain
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I love the way the bread crumbs get crispy on top of this macaroni and cheese.


Riduan Nihad
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried.


Andrea Hall
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe is really good.


Usman Faiyaz
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This macaroni and cheese is a great side dish for any meal.


Kristiyan Lambiev
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The bread crumbs on top of this macaroni and cheese are the perfect finishing touch.


Khadiza Parvin
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I love the sharp cheddar cheese in this recipe. It gives the macaroni and cheese a really nice flavor.


Es Jaybee
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This is a classic macaroni and cheese recipe that's easy to make and always delicious.


Mohamadرضوه محمد Mahmoud
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great comfort food.


Kathy Lopes
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This macaroni and cheese is the best I've ever had. It's so cheesy and flavorful.


Md Mohammadullah
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I love this recipe! The macaroni and cheese is always creamy and cheesy, and the bread crumbs on top add a nice touch.


Lateef Dorcas Divine
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This is my new go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


Sita Koirala
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I made this macaroni and cheese for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Antonio Monroy
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This was a quick and easy recipe to follow, and the macaroni and cheese turned out perfectly. It was creamy and cheesy, with just the right amount of sharpness. My family loved it!


Bshara Mouawad
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I'm not usually a fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The extra sharp cheddar cheese gives it a really nice flavor, and the breadcrumbs on top add a great crunch. Will definitely be making this again!


Rapheala Scheepers
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This macaroni and cheese is the definition of comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and has the perfect amount of sharpness. I loved the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which gave it a nice crunchy texture.