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Mac and Cheese

March 20, 2012

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Extra cheesy, rich flavor and baked to perfection this mac and cheese recipe is so to win over any cheese lover.    

I don’t think there is any denying how yummy Macaroni and Cheese is. It’s all warm and comforting, it can even bring back childhood memories. Yes, it’s amazing that way!

It’s great how the smell of Mac and Cheese baking in the oven can make everyone come into the kitchen asking, what’s baking? and When will the deliciousness be ready?

If you’re looking for a CREAMY Mac and Cheese Recipe check this one out!

 

Grate the cheese, and have everything ready to make putting this recipe together easily.

 

Prepare a roux in a medium skillet by melting the butter in the pan first then adding the flour to it and stirring it while the flour absorbs the butter and it no longer resembles raw flour.

Slowly add to it the cream and milk while mixing with a whisk on medium heat, stirring continually.

It will create a nice sauce. Add in the cayenne pepper and salt.

Stir in the grated cheeses.  Pour over the cooked pasta ( do not rinse pasta). You can serve it like this, but I like it baked, if you do too, place everything in a buttered casserole dish.

Bake at 425 degrees for 30-45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

( I topped it off with 1/4 cup Romano Cheese before baking)

This is very cheesy Mac and Cheese, if you prefer it more “saucy” and less rich, add half the amount of cheese in the recipe, it’s still plenty cheesy and delicious.

If you prefer your mac and cheese crispier, place it under the broiler for a few minutes.

This is how my mom likes it, and I’ve should hurry and bring her this, after all, she’s been doing for me.

I am having her do a project for me that is turning out to be WAY more work than she thought.

I, of course, knew how much work it was going to be and that is why I’m not doing it…  besides, she is SO much BETTER on a sewing machine than me.

So I’m making her this… her favorite.

 

Mac and Cheese
 
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Prep time
15 mins
Cook time
45 mins
Total time
1 hour
 
This rich decadent baked mac and cheese recipe will win over any cheese lover.
Author: Diane Schmidt, Created by Diane
Recipe type: Main Dish, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12+ servings
Ingredients
  • 1 lb elbow pasta
  • 2 cups Cheddar (extra sharp)
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 1 cup Jarlsburg Cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 cups cream
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
Instructions
  1. preheat oven to 425°
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions to aldente, do not overcook pasta, or it will be mushier when baked in the sauce.
  3. Grate all the cheeses.
  4. Prepare a roux in a medium skillet by melting the butter in the pan first then adding the flour to it and stirring it while the flour absorbs the butter and it no longer resembles raw flour.
  5. Slowly add to it the cream and milk while mixing with a whisk on medium heat, stirring continually.
  6. It will create a nice sauce. Add in the cayenne pepper and salt.
  7. Stir in the grated cheeses. Pour over the cooked pasta ( do not rinse pasta). You can serve it like this, but I like it baked, if you do too, place everything in a buttered casserole dish.
  8. Bake at 425° degrees for 30-45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  9. ( I topped it off with 1/4 cup Romano Cheese before baking)
  10. This is very cheesy Mac and Cheese, if you prefer it more "saucy" and less rich, add half the amount of cheese in the recipe, it's still plenty cheesy and delicious.
  11. ***If you prefer your mac and cheese, less thick and creamier, reduce the amount of cheese you add to half (1 cup Monterey Jack, 1 cup cheddar and 1/2 cup Jarlsburg or 2 1/2 cups of shredded cheese of your choice)
  12. I make it both ways, some days I'm in an extra cheesy mood this recipe is great for that,
  13. if I want a creamier mac and cheese I just use 2 to 2 1/2 cups cheese.
  14. If you don't like it baked, don't bake it.
3.5.3251

 

This is the decadent and rich mac and cheese recipe. I have others. This Creamy Mac and Cheese that is more of an everyday mac and cheese, made on the stove, not baked, creamy, and delicious.

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25 Comments Filed Under: Main Dishes, Pasta, Sauces, Savory, Side Dishes, vegetarian Tagged With: casserole, cheese, dinner, Mac and Cheese, pasta, side dish

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Comments

  1. Karen @ Tasty Trials says

    March 20, 2012 at 10:22 pm

    I think I could eat mac and cheese any time of the day, even if I had just eaten a huge meal! This looks amazing!

    Reply
  2. Lin says

    March 21, 2012 at 8:08 am

    This looks so delicious!

    Reply
  3. Kim - Liv Life says

    March 21, 2012 at 8:34 am

    Oh, how I love a good bowl of mac n cheese! Both kids have become lactose intolerant in the last two years and if I make this it becomes all for me, so I haven’t made it in years. You’ve got me craving a big bowl though…. beautiful!!!

    Reply
  4. sweetsugarbelle says

    March 21, 2012 at 9:11 am

    Heaven…I’m in heaven!!!

    Reply
  5. Rachel @ Bakerita says

    March 21, 2012 at 1:24 pm

    Mm, nothing is better or more comforting than a big bowl of homemade mac and cheese. I agree with your mom, the crispy cheesy bits after baking are the best! I’ll definitely be trying out your recipe when I need a good homestyle mac and cheese 🙂

    Reply
  6. Justine says

    March 21, 2012 at 7:06 pm

    You have been awarded the Versatile Blogger Award. Stop by my blog to collect your award.

    Justine
    Queen of Savings

    Reply
    • Justine says

      March 21, 2012 at 7:22 pm

      https://queenofsavings.com/?p=3780

  7. Christy @ Life of a Modern Housewife says

    March 21, 2012 at 7:30 pm

    Oh how I wish Mac and Cheese was healthier for me bc if it were I’d eat it every day…this looks absolutely delicious!!!

    http://www.lifeofamodernhousewife.com

    Reply
  8. Sanjeeta kk says

    March 23, 2012 at 4:42 am

    Mac with sauce..always. I posted a similar recipe come time back at my blog, ..need to rty this version soon!

    Reply
  9. Sue says

    March 24, 2012 at 3:25 pm

    It looks delicious, Diane! I prefer my mac n’ cheese baked too. It was my favorite meal as a kid and my mom made it for me every bday, so it conjures up a lot of sweet memories.
    I have no idea what project you have your mom doing, but if it involves sewing, it is definitely involved(I RARELY sew)! Is it an apron to match your new logo(which I love, by the way)?

    Reply
    • Diane says

      March 24, 2012 at 5:21 pm

      oh you guessed something a hadn’t even thought of. She was sewing a slip cover for a love seat, it’s just beautiful. I couldn’t wait to have it in my house again. about 8 years ago I helped her slipcover our family room furniture and it still looks beautiful today, lots of work though 🙂

  10. Magic of Spice says

    March 25, 2012 at 11:36 am

    Mac and Cheese is just the greatest of comfort foods…love that gorgeous creamy sauce!

    Reply
  11. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says

    March 25, 2012 at 9:00 pm

    I was just thinking this week that I’d love some homemade mac & cheese…yours looks so good!!

    Reply
  12. Ali says

    March 26, 2012 at 7:13 am

    Love your new look!

    Reply
    • Diane says

      March 26, 2012 at 12:01 pm

      Thank you 🙂 I’m loving it too.

  13. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says

    March 27, 2012 at 2:47 am

    Hmm, now I want to know what your mom is making for you!

    Reply
    • Diane says

      March 27, 2012 at 6:03 pm

      she made a slip cover for a love seat for me 🙂 it’s just beautiful. I LOVE that I get to pick the fabric. I have the fabric in my whole house.

  14. Jackie says

    November 20, 2017 at 12:22 am

    Hi Diane

    Is the baking temp correct 450 degrees.

    Reply
    • Diane says

      November 20, 2017 at 12:03 pm

      no sorry, it should be 350 thanks for bringing that to my attention, I adjusted the recipe to reflect the adjustment.

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