MACARONI 'N' CHEESE ITALIANO
"I've always liked macaroni and cheese, but my husband prefers macaroni with tomato sauce. So I added spaghetti sauce and mozzarella to give my mac and cheese an Italian flavor," writes Isabelle Wolters of Scituate, Massachusetts.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions until cooked but firm. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, celery and green pepper in oil until tender. Stir in spaghetti sauce, basil and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain macaroni; stir into sauce. Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside. , In a saucepan, combine the flour, salt, nutmeg and cayenne. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted. , Pour over macaroni mixture. Top with Parmesan cheese and tomatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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[email protected]This dish is perfect for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
M S (Mike)
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful.
Zakariae zaa
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni. It's also a great meal to prepare ahead of time.
Adheise God'spower
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky eater ate two helpings!
Gp Umair
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to introduce kids to macaroni and cheese. It's mild and creamy, and the breadcrumb topping adds a fun crunch.
Parminder Singh
[email protected]I'm always looking for new macaroni and cheese recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a keeper!
Masood Shahid
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a comfort food craving. It's cheesy, creamy, and satisfying.
McCarious Xoagub
[email protected]The crispy breadcrumb topping is the perfect way to finish off this dish. It adds a nice textural contrast to the creamy macaroni and cheese.
Eric Hardy
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses a variety of cheeses. It gives the dish a really rich and complex flavor.
Thabang Mokaleng
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover macaroni. It's also a great meal to prepare ahead of time.
Space Monkey
[email protected]I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of creamy and cheesy.
Hari Naryan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and comforting.
Soniya Lama
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
rudzani matshaba
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Maria Thomas
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the crispy breadcrumb topping is the perfect finishing touch.