Best 7 All American Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide of cooking the best "All American Macaroni and Cheese". This beloved dish holds a special place in culinary history, with its creamy, cheesy goodness that has delighted generations. From its earliest origins to modern incarnations, the "All American Macaroni and Cheese" has evolved into a timeless classic, enjoyed in homes and restaurants across the country. In this article, we'll take you on a journey to discover the secrets behind creating the perfect macaroni and cheese, from selecting the ideal pasta and cheese to mastering the art of creating a rich, flavorful sauce.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ALL-AMERICAN MACARONI & CHEESE



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This is my version of an all-American classic. It is one of my ultimate favorite comfort foods--sinfully rich, gooey-cheesy and tummy-warming on a chilly day. In my opinion, using varying degrees of cheddar cheese creates the perfect flavor combination. I have experimented with other cheese combinations but usually return to the classic cheddars. After making this homemade mac-n-cheese for my husband, he was successfully converted from being a lover of boxed powdered mixes. Be advised that all diets go out the window for this one!

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup macaroni
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup onion, chopped fine
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (I use Cabot's Seriously Sharp)
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (I use Cabot's Vermont Cheddar)
1/2 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • While making cheese mixture, cook macaroni per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
  • Cook onion and garlic in butter until translucent.
  • Add flour to saucepan and stir to combine, leaving no dry flour bits.
  • Add milk all at once to saucepan along with black pepper. Stir to combine. Stir constantly until mixture begins to thicken.
  • Stir in cheeses one at a time until melted, and mixture is smooth.
  • Place cooked macaroni in a 1-quart casserole dish. Stir in cheese mixture until combined.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until top is lightly browned.
  • Cool for 10 minutes and serve.

THE GREAT AMERICAN MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This recipe comes from the Pasta & Co. cookbook and is a favorite of mine. So delicious. They say not to substitute a smooth tube dried pasta but to always use rigatoni for the best results. It is not a fiery dish, even though it calls for Tabasco and chili powder. These only work to enhance the cheddar flavor.

Provided by Jennifer Rosholt

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 lb mozzarella cheese, grated
3 cups milk
7 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup romano cheese, grated
2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
1/3 teaspoon white pepper
1 lb rigatoni pasta
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Combine grated Cheddar and mozzarella and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, heat milk until near boiling. Turn off heat. Melt butter in a heavy pan large enough to hold the pasta after it is cooked. (It will take at least a 14-inch saute pan or a large casserole that can take direct heat.) When foam from butter recedes, remove from heat, add flour, and mix well. Return to medium-low heat, and, stirring occasionally, simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to cook, but not brown, the flour. Gradually stir in hot milk. Raise heat to medium-high and continue stirring until mixture is smooth and thick (about 5 minutes). Add Parmesan and Romano cheeses. Whisk until smooth. Add Tabasco and white pepper and blend.
  • Cook rigatoni in boiling salted water about 4 minutes. (It will be underdone, but will finish cooking later.) Thoroughly drain rigatoni and fold it into the cheese mixture.
  • If cooking immediately, preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Layer one-half the rigatoni mixture into a 9x13 pan. Top with one-half of the Cheddar and mozzarella. Repeat layers. Top with chili powder, sprinkled evenly over top.
  • If not baking immediately, cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate or freeze. When ready to bake, drizzle the 3/4 cup milk over the dish. Bake for approximately one hour. If frozen, add at least 20 minutes to baking time. The dish should be rusty brown on top. Should it appear to be browning too fast, cover with foil for part of cooking time. Be sure to check for doneness in the very center of the dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.5, Fat 52.1, SaturatedFat 31.4, Cholesterol 208, Sodium 970.8, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 44.2

MOM'S FAVORITE BAKED MAC AND CHEESE



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This is a macaroni and cheese I first made 3 years ago when I was in California. When I got back to Texas I made it for my mom. This is now her favorite baked macaroni and cheese. She begs me to make it when I come to visit.

Provided by GEPETTO_69

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package processed American cheese, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion for 2 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in milk, salt, mustard and pepper; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture boils and thickens.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • To the milk mixture add the Cheddar and American cheeses; stir until cheese melts. Combine macaroni and cheese sauce in a 2 quart baking dish; mix well.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 100.1 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.7 g, Sodium 1194 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

ALL AMERICAN MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this All American Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by VeggieCook98

Categories     Breads

Time 15m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 lb elbow macaroni
4 tablespoons butter
2 cups cheese (whatever kind you like)
1 egg
6 ounces evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions on package. Drain.
  • While the pasta is draining, put the butter into the pot that you cooked the pasta in and melt over very low heat.
  • Return pasta to the pot and stir to coat with the butter.
  • Add cheese, egg, and evaporated milk; stir until smooth.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 766.9, Fat 40.8, SaturatedFat 24.6, Cholesterol 167.4, Sodium 951.2, Carbohydrate 68.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 30.8

BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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A friend of mine sent this recipe to me when I got my first apartment, because she knows how much I hate cooking! It's really easy -- even I can make it -- and tastes great. I'm not sure where she found the recipe, but it included the note 'Good source of protein, vitamin A, B group vitamins, calcium.'

Provided by Meredith

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package macaroni
1 egg
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • In a large pot of salted water, lightly boil the macaroni for about 5 minutes until half-cooked.
  • Whisk the egg and milk together in a large cup. Add butter and cheese to the egg and milk. Stir well.
  • Place the lightly cooked macaroni in the prepared baking dish. Pour the egg and cheese liquid over the macaroni, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and stir well. Press the mixture evenly around the baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered, for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the top is brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 968.1 calories, Carbohydrate 92.6 g, Cholesterol 194.2 mg, Fat 45.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 45.6 g, SaturatedFat 27.6 g, Sodium 736 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

AMERICAN STYLE MAC AND CHEESE



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An indulgent American style Mac and cheese, great for sharing as a side dish at family gatherings.

Provided by Derek Smith 4

Time 50m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

500g packet macaroni
125g butter
4 tablespoons plain flour
400g grated cheddar cheese
475ml milk
400ml double cream
4 slices bread, torn into small pieces
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and reserve.
  • Preheat oven to 175 degrees C (350 degrees F)
  • In a large sauce pan, melt 4 tablespoons butter or margarine over medium heat. Add flour and some ground black pepper to taste; stirring until paste-like consistency.
  • Add milk to mixture and stir continually until mixture starts to thicken; slowly stir in cheese 1 cup at a time until all cheese is melted.
  • Add double cream
  • Pour cheese mixture over macaroni. Mix well and pour into a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Place bread pieces on top of macaroni mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste. Melt 4 tablespoons butter or margarine and pour over bread.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Serve.

GEORGIA MACARONI WITH AMERICAN CHEESE



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This is a recipe that I got from one of my husband's Marine friend's Mother. She came up to Virginia to visit him, and she cooked everyone a Southern Feast! My husband fell in love with the macaroni and cheese, so I asked her for the recipe, and, here it is! NOTE: This recipe is really just made by feel. After reading the reviews I received I re-adjusted the amount of milk in the recipe. Feel free to add, or subtract the amounts of salt, pepper, cheese or milk! Enjoy!

Provided by Juju Bee

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon butter
6 -8 slices American cheese
1/4 cup evaporated milk
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Boil 4 cups of salted water and add the macaroni; cook 8 minutes, or until done; Drain macaroni and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over LOW heat.
  • Add cheese slices, one by one, until all are melted through, and cheese is smooth.
  • Stir in the canned milk, more or less to your desired consistency.
  • Add drained macaroni to cheese mixture; add salt and pepper to taste, and mix well until coated.
  • Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use will have a big impact on the flavor of your macaroni and cheese. Use a cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Gouda.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold its shape in the macaroni and cheese.
  • Make a roux: A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken the cheese sauce. A roux will help to prevent the cheese sauce from becoming runny.
  • Season the cheese sauce: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add herbs, such as parsley, thyme, or rosemary.
  • Top with breadcrumbs: Before baking the macaroni and cheese, top it with a layer of breadcrumbs. This will give the macaroni and cheese a crispy, golden brown topping.

Conclusion:

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that is loved by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your own liking. Whether you like it simple or loaded with add-ins, there is a macaroni and cheese recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give macaroni and cheese a try. You won't be disappointed!

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