REATA'S BEST DAMN MACARONI AND CHEESE EVER
This is the recipe that caused me to buy the Reata's cookbook. Boy, was it worth it! I've loved homemade mac and cheese since forever, but finding one that my family would enjoy hadn't worked until now. I've tried recipes from all sorts of cookbooks: Martha Stewart's, Better Home and Gardens, and too many others to list. I'd given up hope until I found this one. This is a keeper! My daughter and I did have trouble finding asiago cheese in our small West Texas town, so she drove to San Antonio and bought some for me. That is trust and love.
Provided by LoriLee in TX
Categories Cheese
Time 17m
Yield 1 casserole, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven on the broil setting.
- Heat a large pot to medium and add the heavy cream. When the cream begins to bubble around the edges, add 1/2 cup each of the asiago and Monterey jack cheese, stirring constantly until the cheeses are melted.
- Remove from heat and add the macaroni, stirring until thoroughly incorporated.
- Add the diced jalapenos and bacon. The cheese mixture should be like glue now. If it's not add a little more of the remaining 1/4 cup of asiago and Monterey jack cheeses until they are melted and the mixture isn't too wet looking. If the mixture seems too dry, add 2 tablespoons of the heavy cream until it's the consistency you like.
- Sprinkle in a little salt and pepper. I didn't use very much. The bacon and cheese must have plenty of salt.
- Pour the mixture into a large baking dish and distribute evenly. Top with the cheddar cheese and if you wish, the bread crumbs.
- Place the dish under the broiler. It's done when the cheese on top begins to bubble and brown around the edges.
- Note: Don't be afraid to add all the jalapenos. I was afraid they'd be too hot for the grandkids who don't care for the heat. But the peppers didn't seem hot at all.
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Saifal Khan
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever had. It's so creamy and cheesy.
Yazz
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a family meal. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.
Preetam Sejuwal
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect macaroni and cheese for a potluck or party.
Md Rakibul Hasan
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe ever! I've tried so many different recipes, but this one is by far the best.
Sadia Nazir
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always perfect. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.
Ishrat Khan
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
Ashedul Islam
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and comforting.
Yorda Jojo
[email protected]This is the macaroni and cheese of my dreams! It's everything I've ever wanted in a mac and cheese.
Clinton Ogheneyerovwo
[email protected]I was skeptical at first, but this recipe really is the best damn macaroni and cheese ever. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing.
Eliel Morales
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Alissa Mackenzie
[email protected]I made this for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.
Isaias Herrera
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping is the perfect finishing touch.