HOW TO MAKE MACARONI CHEESE RECIPES

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BAKED THREE-CHEESE MACARONI RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT



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Legendary mac and cheese is a must-have for big family events. This ultimate comfort food is a divine blend of cheddar, Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses. —Joan Sullivan, Gambrills, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner    Side Dishes

Total Time 50 minutes

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni or fusilli pasta
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups 2% milk, warmed
4 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni in a 6-qt. stockpot according to package directions for al dente. Drain; return to pot., In a large saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; whisk in warmed milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until thickened., Remove from heat; stir in Gruyere and cheddar cheeses, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add to macaroni, tossing to coat., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs with Parmesan cheese and melted butter; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until bubbly and top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, FatContent 24g fat (14g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 76mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 515mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, FiberContent 2g fiber), ProteinContent 27g protein.

MOM'S MACARONI AND CHEESE RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT



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The wonderful homemade goodness of this creamy Velveeta mac and cheese makes it a staple side dish in my mother's kitchen and in mine as well. It has tender noodles and a crowd-pleasing golden crumb topping. —Maria Costello, Monroe, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner    Side Dishes

Total Time 60 minutes

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
5 tablespoons butter, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 ounces cubed Velveeta
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add the cheeses, stirring until cheese is melted. Drain macaroni., Transfer macaroni to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over macaroni; mix well. Melt the remaining butter; add the bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes or until heated through and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, FatContent 20g fat (13g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 60mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 569mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, FiberContent 1g fiber), ProteinContent 11g protein.

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