JACKED UP MACARONI AND CHEESE
The easiest way to make boxed macaroni and cheese taste like homemade. Check out the list below to see the variations and add-ins that can take this macaroni to a whole new level. This came from What's For Dinner Family Meal Plans. I have not tried this; posting for future use.
Provided by internetnut
Categories Cheese
Time 46m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add both boxes of macaroni (pasta only) into a casserole dish and add water.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 8 minutes.
- After 8 minutes lift foil, stir gently, replace foil and bake for another 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add 2 tablespoons melted butter to the crushed Ritz crushed crackers and mix.
- Lay strips of bacon on a plate and cover with a paper towel.
- Microwave at 30 second intervals until bacon is crispy.
- Once bacon is cool, crumble into pieces.
- When pasta is ready, remove from oven and stir in 1/2 cup butter, milk and 1 cup cheddar cheese.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon and crushed crackers.
- Return to oven, uncovered, until topping is golden brown and bubbling (about 15 minutes). Serve.
- Additional add-ins: grilled chicken, broccoli, peas, tuna, salsa or ground beef.
- Healthy Alternatives: Use whole grain or veggie pasta. Add whole grain crushed crackers for topping.
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Alexandra Hebert
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
Kumara Wijewardena
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my macaroni and cheese turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much milk.
Abdu Sabre
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The macaroni was overcooked and the cheese sauce was too thick. I would not recommend this recipe.
Nadeem Byai
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could use more cheese and maybe some additional spices.
Maciej Tarasiuk
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I'll probably make it again, but I'll use less cayenne pepper next time.
Quiante Blassingame
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a hit with my guests. I love that I can customize it to my liking by adding different cheeses or toppings.
xxxtencion juice wrld
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.
noooologic
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Dominic Thomas
[email protected]I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it. I'll definitely be making it again.
shea teal
[email protected]This was easy to make and turned out great! I used a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and pepper jack cheese. I also added some diced tomatoes and green chiles. My kids loved it!
Sha Jan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of cheeses is perfect and the cayenne pepper gives it a nice kick. I like to add some cooked and crumbled sausage to mine for extra flavor.
Yalan Paul
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and had just the right amount of spice. I loved the addition of the bacon and jalapeños. Will definitely be making this again.