AS CLOSE TO GRANNY'S BAKED MACARONI & CHEESE

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My granny was an amazing cook, but like most great chefs she did not follow any written recipe. Unfortunately, I came into cooking long after her passing and when the hunger pang hit me one Sunday...I began searching far and wide for her macaronni and cheese out there. This is as close as I've come.

Provided by Mousie Ann

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 cup heavy cream (light cream works fine, too)
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
salt
additional butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Boil elbow macaroni as directed on package. Set aside.
  • Melt butter in saucepan.
  • Blend flour, milk & cream. Cook stirring constantly until boil (2 to 3 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and add papricka, pepper, and 2 C of grated sharp cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Stir in cooked elbow macaroni and salt to taste.
  • Spoon final mixture into a small casserole dish.
  • Garnish top with remaining grated sharp cheddar cheese.
  • 'Dot' top with additional butter. (I usually dot with another 2 tbl of butter).
  • Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes.

danish Hussain
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Thanks for sharing this recipe! I can't wait to try it.


C DaRosa
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I'm going to try this recipe tonight. I'm excited to see how it turns out!


Amanze Valin
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I'm allergic to dairy, so I can't try this recipe. But it looks delicious!


sajal sarker
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This recipe is way too complicated. I prefer a simpler macaroni and cheese recipe.


Shami Don
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I followed the recipe exactly and my macaroni and cheese turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Daily Life
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This recipe is a little too bland for my taste. I would add some salt and pepper to taste.


Dustin Goff
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I'm not a fan of the breadcrumb topping, but everything else about this recipe is great.


Jiva Love
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I love that this recipe uses sharp cheddar cheese. It gives the macaroni and cheese a really nice flavor.


Sharmila Shahi
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This macaroni and cheese is the perfect side dish for any meal.


Jeffrey Craven SR
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great comfort food.


Fariha Tamanna
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.


Samuel Teshome
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


md alif
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This is the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had. It's so creamy and cheesy.


Namakula Olivia
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Mina Yadav
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This recipe is a great starting point for macaroni and cheese. I like to add some crumbled bacon and diced jalapeños for a little extra flavor.


Fahad Prodan
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I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Nataliyeh Littleman
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This macaroni and cheese recipe is a winner! It's creamy, cheesy, and has the perfect amount of crunch from the breadcrumb topping. I'll definitely be making this again.