FANNIE FARMER'S CLASSIC BAKED MACARONI & CHEESE
To me Fannie Farmer's recipe is the only "real" Macaroni & Cheese. It's from my 1946 edition of "Fannie Farmer's Boston Cooking School Cookbook". With time on it's side - this recipe is hands down the best for traditional, homemade baked macaroni & cheese - comfort food. Please Note: If you use CHEAP CHEESE you will end up with a BLAND and FLAVORLESS DISH!
Provided by - Carla -
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook and drain macaroni according to package directions; set aside.
- In a large saucepan melt butter.
- Add flour mixed with salt and pepper, using a whisk to stir until well blended.
- Pour milk and cream in gradually; stirring constantly.
- Bring to boiling point and boil 2 minutes (stirring constantly).
- Reduce heat and cook (stirring constantly) 10 minutes.
- Add shredded cheddar little by little and simmer an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese melts.
- Turn off flame.
- Add macaroni to the saucepan and toss to coat with the cheese sauce.
- Transfer macaroni to a buttered baking dish.
- Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
- Bake 20 minutes until the top is golden brown.
- (You can also freeze this recipe in zip-lock bags for later use - once you have mixed the macaroni along with the cheese sauce allow to cool to room temperature before adding to your freezer - I generally pull it out the night before and allow macaroni and cheese to reach room temperature; I then add the macaroni and cheese to a buttered baking dish, sprinkle with bread crumbs and then bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until golden brown on top and bubbling.
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Mj Shuvo
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of baked macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's cheesy and flavorful without being too heavy.
Betty Precious
[email protected]This baked macaroni and cheese is a classic for a reason. It's simple, yet so flavorful.
Soyama Sidanga
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. My family loves it too.
Dionte Benford
[email protected]This baked macaroni and cheese is the best I've ever had. It's cheesy, creamy, and perfectly baked.
Kerone Rowland
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dish to bring to a potluck or party.
C. J. J. Hofsta
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The baked macaroni and cheese is absolutely delicious.
Sarah Field
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cheese, but I loved this recipe! The macaroni and cheese is creamy and flavorful without being too cheesy.
Happy Greac
[email protected]This baked macaroni and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and oh-so-delicious.
Emperor Vincent
[email protected]I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt.
Odofin Omolola
[email protected]This recipe is a great base for adding your own personal touches. I like to add some cooked bacon and chopped green onions.
Timilehin Tesyimony
[email protected]I've been making this baked macaroni and cheese for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Caelen Duke
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always comes out perfect.
William Jones
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of baked macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's cheesy and flavorful without being too heavy.
Siibabalwenathi Pakamile
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.
rosy
[email protected]This baked macaroni and cheese is a classic for a reason. It's simple, yet so flavorful.
LITTLE RAZA
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. My family loves it too.
Haji Muhammad nizaam
[email protected]This is the best baked macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried! It's creamy, cheesy, and perfectly baked. I'll definitely be making this again and again.