MAC & CHEESE - COOK'S COUNTRY RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by GratefulSea
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. COOK MACARONI Adjust oven to middle position and heat oven to 400 degrees. Bring 4 quarts water to boil in large Dutch oven over high heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon salt and macaroni and cook until just al dente, about 6 minutes. Drain pasta and return to pot. Pour diced tomatoes with their juices over pasta and stir to coat. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Set aside. 2. MAKE SAUCE Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat until foaming. Stir in flour and cayenne and cook until golden, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in half-and-half and broth until smooth. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until mixture is slightly thickened, about 15 minutes. Off heat, whisk in cheeses, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper until cheeses melt. Pour sauce over macaroni and stir to combine. Add a generous amount of Panko bread crumbs, spreading them over the top of the casserole. 3. BAKE MACARONI AND CHEESE Scrape mixture into 13 by 9-inch baking dish set in rimmed baking sheet and bake until top begins to brown, 15 to 20 minutes. You may want to add 3-5 minutes under the broiler to brown the bread crumbs. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. MAKE AHEAD: Macaroni and cheese can be made in advance through step 2. Scrape mixture into 13 by 9-inch baking dish, cool, lay plastic wrap directly on surface of pasta, and refrigerate for up to 2 days. When ready to bake, remove plastic wrap, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until top is golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
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Sbahle Sthe
[email protected]This is my favorite mac and cheese recipe. It's so simple to make and it always turns out perfectly.
Anna Bella
[email protected]I love how creamy and cheesy this mac and cheese is. It's the perfect comfort food.
Gina Olibas
[email protected]This is the best mac and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Ms Arjo
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.
CYNTHIA FINLEY-CAMPBELL
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The mac and cheese is creamy, cheesy, and delicious.
Tammy Smith
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and cheesy, I couldn't get enough.
ptah kymcun
[email protected]This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and delicious.
Roman Gamer
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses cream cheese. It makes the mac and cheese so smooth and creamy.
Hello There
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times.
Hajike Adewole
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The mac and cheese was creamy and delicious, and the crispy topping added a nice touch.
Eician Pananji
[email protected]My family loved this mac and cheese! It's a great comfort food that's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Adnan Rafeeq
[email protected]This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had. The cheese sauce is so gooey and flavorful, and the noodles are perfectly cooked.
Runa Hossain
[email protected]This recipe has become my go-to mac and cheese! It's incredibly creamy and flavorful while still being easy to make. The secret ingredient, cream cheese, takes it over the top.