MY FAVORITE MACARONI AND CHEESE RECIPE

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I got this recipe out of a Betty Crocker cookbook many years ago. I no longer have the book. Whenever I wanted to make the dish again, I would call my daughter and ask her for the ingredients. * I like the flavor of the tomato on top of the casserole.

Provided by Linda Tennant

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 c elbow macaroni
1/4 c chopped onion
1 Tbsp margarine or butter
1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
dash(es) pepper
1 c milk
1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1 med. tomato (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Cook macaroni for 10 minutes. Drain well. In med. saucepan, cook onion in margarine or butter until tender, but not brown. Stir in flour and pepper.
  • 2. Add milk all at once. Cook and stir until slightly thick and bubbly. Add cheese, stirring until melted. Stir in macaroni. Put in 1 qt. casserole. Bake in 350 degree oven for 25-30 min. If desired, arrange tomato slices atop macaroni for the last 5 minutes of baking. Let stand 10 min. before serving.

Imtiaz Rahmon Robi
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This recipe is a great starting point for macaroni and cheese. I like to add some extra spices and vegetables to give it more flavor.


XiLiaa Ihinger
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This macaroni and cheese was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either. I probably wouldn't make it again.


Angle Lillian
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This recipe was a disappointment. The cheese sauce was bland and the macaroni was overcooked. I wouldn't recommend this recipe to anyone.


Rahmah Ahmad
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This is the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping is the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


caitlin engel
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This recipe is a keeper! I love that it's made with real cheese and it doesn't have any processed ingredients. It's also really easy to make.


laiba murtaz
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I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect comfort food and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Wapda Dog
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Just made this for dinner and it was delicious! The cheese sauce was rich and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Danger Killer
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This is my go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love that I can use whatever cheese I have on hand.


aldanis anderson
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I made this last night and it was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly.


Chabbas Chabbas
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This macaroni and cheese recipe is a winner! It's creamy, cheesy, and flavorful, and the crispy breadcrumb topping is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.