Indulge in a Southern culinary delight with Soul Kitchen Church Supper Macaroni and Cheese, a dish bursting with rich flavors and comforting textures. This classic recipe, passed down through generations, features a creamy and gooey cheese sauce enveloping tender macaroni, baked to golden perfection. Experience a symphony of flavors with every bite, as the sharp cheddar, creamy mozzarella, and tangy Parmesan cheeses harmonize perfectly. Discover variations of this timeless dish, including a healthier version with whole wheat macaroni and low-fat cheese, a spicy kick with the addition of jalapeños and cayenne pepper, and a vegetarian delight with roasted vegetables and plant-based cheese. Elevate your macaroni and cheese with these creative twists and satisfy your cravings for a soul-warming meal.
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MAC AND CHEESE
Raise the volume with Ina Garten's creamy Mac and Cheese recipe, made with Gruy�re, fresh tomatoes and nutmeg for warmth, from Food Network's Barefoot Contessa.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Drizzle oil into a large pot of boiling salted water. Add the macaroni and cook according to the directions on the package, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, heat the milk in a small saucepan, but don't boil it. Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a large (4-quart) pot and add the flour. Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, stirring with a whisk. While whisking, add the hot milk and cook for a minute or two more, until thickened and smooth. Off the heat, add the Gruyere, Cheddar, 1 tablespoon salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add the cooked macaroni and stir well. Pour into a 3-quart baking dish.
- Slice the tomatoes and arrange on top. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, combine them with the fresh bread crumbs, and sprinkle on the top. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the macaroni is browned on the top.
SOUL KITCHEN CHURCH SUPPER MACARONI & CHEESE
Soul Kitchen~Church Supper.
Provided by Kim Varady-Cremeans
Categories Other Sauces
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. In a saucepan, bring heavy cream, milk, cheese, and seasonings to a boil, then stir and simmer until cheese is melted. Toss with macaroni and pour into baking dish. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top and dot with butter. Bake for 30 minutes in a preheated 350 degree oven and bread crumbs are toasted and nicely browned.
MACARONI AND CHEESE
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring heavy cream, milk, cheese, and seasonings to a boil, then stir and simmer until cheese is melted. Toss with macaroni and pour into baking dish. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top and dot with butter. Bake for 30 minutes in a preheated 350 degree oven and bread crumbs are toasted and nicely browned.
CHURCH SUPPER MACARONI AND CHEESE
It seems like there are endless recipe variations on macaroni and cheese; however my family is not a big fan of cheese sauce-based macaroni and cheese. It seems to dilute the cheese flavor. This simple but tasty recipe was given to me at a church supper in Terre Haute; it's old, definitely has German or Jewish (kugel?) roots. The secret is to use a good-quality EXTRA-SHARP Cheddar cheese.
Provided by garlic_in_a_windmill
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole with butter.
- Dissolve salt in a large pot of water. Bring to a boil and cook macaroni, stirring often, until pasta is tender but still slightly firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Rinse macaroni under cool water, drain, and transfer to a bowl. Stir 1/4 cup softened butter into macaroni and toss a few times to melt butter and coat macaroni.
- Beat eggs in a bowl; whisk evaporated and condensed milks into eggs.
- Spread a layer of macaroni into the bottom of the prepared casserole; sprinkle with a layer of Cheddar cheese. Continue layering macaroni and cheese, ending with a layer of cheese on top. Pour egg-milk mixture over the layers. Use a fork to gently dig into the layers, assuring that the egg-milk mixture flows into all the layers. Sprinkle with paprika.
- Melt 1/4 cup butter in a small skillet over medium heat; cook bread crumbs in the hot butter, stirring constantly, until fragrant and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle crumb topping over casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is browned and bubbling, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 709.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 188.4 mg, Fat 47.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 31.7 g, SaturatedFat 29.2 g, Sodium 2473.9 mg, Sugar 19.5 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality cheese. The type of cheese you use will greatly affect the flavor of your macaroni and cheese. A good quality cheddar cheese is always a good choice, but you can also experiment with other cheeses, such as Parmesan, Gruyère, or Gouda.
- Cook the macaroni al dente. This means that the macaroni should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. If you overcook the macaroni, it will become mushy and the dish will not be as good.
- Make a roux. A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken the sauce. It is important to cook the roux until it is golden brown, as this will help to develop the flavor of the sauce.
- Add the milk and cheese slowly. When you are adding the milk and cheese to the sauce, do it slowly and whisk constantly. This will help to prevent the sauce from curdling.
- Season the sauce to taste. Once you have added the milk and cheese, season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper to give the sauce a little kick.
Conclusion:
Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple dish to make, but there are a few tips that you can follow to make sure that your macaroni and cheese turns out perfect. With a little bit of effort, you can create a macaroni and cheese dish that will be the hit of your next potluck or family gathering.
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