MRS. KOSTYRA'S MAC AND CHEESE

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Martha was fond of her grandmother's unusual mac n' cheese, which included tomato soup and sour cream. In this version, Martha and her mom give it a more traditional spin.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, plus more for baking dish
3 cups milk
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more for water
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
3 cups grated white cheddar cheese
1 cup grated Swiss cheese
1 pound elbow macaroni
Sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish; set aside.
  • Warm the milk and tomato paste in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk in the salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup Swiss cheese; set the cheese sauce aside.
  • Cover a large pot of salted water, and bring to a boil. Cook until pasta is al dente, about 7 minutes. Drain well in a colander. Stir macaroni into reserved cheese sauce.
  • Pour mixture into prepared dish. Top with remaining 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, and dot with butter. Bake until golden brown and bubbling, about 45 minutes. Serve hot with sour cream, if desired.

Nazishfarooq M farooq
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks delicious.


Ekuma Wisdom
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This is my go-to mac and cheese recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Samirah Moh
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Nematullah Nazari
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This mac and cheese was so good! It was cheesy, creamy, and flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Waleed Saleem
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Delicious! I will definitely be making this again.


Nadir uddas nadir uddas
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This was a great recipe! The mac and cheese was delicious and the instructions were easy to follow. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Frank Daphney
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The mac and cheese was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sirjan8848 Sahi
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This mac and cheese was delicious! The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked just right. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Joshsins Muniz
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I've tried many mac and cheese recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The combination of sharp cheddar and Gruyère cheeses creates a rich, flavorful sauce that coats the macaroni perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Clemet Aondoaver
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This mac and cheese recipe was a hit with my family! It was easy to follow, and the results were delicious. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.