Best 8 Best Macaroni Casserole Recipes

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Macaroni casserole is a versatile dish beloved by many for its rich flavors and ease of preparation. Its appeal lies in the harmonious combination of tender macaroni, cheese, sauces, and seasonings, creating a comforting and flavorful meal. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article aims to guide you in finding the perfect recipe for a macaroni casserole that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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MACARONI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE



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I like to create recipes, and this is one my husband really enjoys. It's an excellent dish for company, especially for families with small children. After all, what kid doesn't like macaroni and cheese?

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups whole milk
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 cup elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
3 large eggs, separated
1/4 cup diced pimientos
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until bubbles form around the edge of pan. Remove from the heat; stir in the cheese and butter. Let stand for 1 minute. Stir until cheese is almost melted. Stir in bread crumbs. In a bowl, combine the macaroni, egg yolks, pimientos, parsley, onion and salt. Stir in cheese mixture; mix well. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into macaroni mixture. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until puffed and lightly browned.

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EASY MACARONI CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Easy Macaroni Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MsBaton

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 bell pepper
1 cup celery
1 cup onion
1 cup tomatoes
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup margarine
1 (16 ounce) package of grated cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook macaroni and drain.
  • Chop up onion, bell pepper and celery into small pieces.
  • In skillet, melt butter and cook onions, celery, and bell pepper in butter until tender.
  • Then add tomatoes and soup.
  • Cook about three to five minutes longer.
  • In casserole dish put a layer of macaroni, a layer of soup mixture, and a layer of cheese.
  • Repeat layers, ending with cheese on the top.
  • Bake until cheese melts.

BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Unsalted butter, for the dish
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni with ridges
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups milk
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • For the macaroni: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the salt and macaroni. Bring the water back to a boil and cook the macaroni until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain well.
  • For the cheese sauce: Meanwhile, melt the butter in a 1-quart saucepan. Using a wire whisk, stir in the flour and salt, stirring and cooking over medium heat until the roux bubbles and the flour turns pale brown, about 3 minutes. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of the milk and then whisk in the remaining 1 cup milk. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Add the cheese and stir until it melts. Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix thoroughly.
  • For the topping: In a small bowl, stir the breadcrumbs with the butter until the crumbs are moistened.
  • Transfer the macaroni and cheese to the prepared baking dish and top with the buttered breadcrumbs. Bake until the dish bubbles around the edges, about 15 minutes.

FOUR CHEESE MACARONI CASSEROLE



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This casserole is quick and easy but full of flavor. Both children and adults love it!

Provided by MSDELENA

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

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups uncooked macaroni
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon basil
salt and pepper to taste
1 ½ cups grated Cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil over high heat. Add macaroni, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and pour hot pasta into a casserole dish.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together tomatoes, italian seasoning, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir into the hot pasta 1 cup of Cheddar, 1 cup of mozzarella, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan. Continue to stir until the cheeses have melted. Then stir in tomato and herb mixture. Sprinkle 1/2 cup Cheddar, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan, and 1/4 cup feta over the top of the casserole.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.3 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 74.6 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 887.5 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

BEEF AND MACARONI CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Beef and Macaroni Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can Healthy Request condensed tomato soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup
1/2 cup skim milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon basil
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Lightly grease a 13 x 9 casserole dish.
  • Cook macaroni according to box; drain and toss with the 1 tbsp butter and 1/4 tsp salt. Place in bottom of 13 x 9 dish; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, cook and crumble ground beef with the onion until no longer pink. Drain off fat.
  • Return cooke, drained beef/onions to skillet.
  • Stir in both cans of soup, milk, pepper and basil. Stir well.
  • Pour evenly over the cooked macaroni in the casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with the shredded cheese.
  • Bake at 350 for 15 - 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600.7, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 120.6, Sodium 732, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.4, Protein 39.7

MACARONI AND BEEF CASSEROLE



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This homey casserole was developed by Pierre Franey in 1991 for the 60-Minute Gourmet column. It is hearty sustenance that evokes memories of childhood and sweater weather. Its preparation is simple, but its flavors veer elegant. Sauté onions, celery, green peppers and garlic. Add the meat, then oregano, basil and tomatoes. Whisk together a quick Cheddar cheese bechamel that's seasoned with cayenne and nutmeg then pour it on top. At the last minute, sprinkle a little Parmesan on top and slide it under a broiler to brown. Serve with crisp green salad and a hunk of French bread. Comfort food at its finest.

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, casseroles, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 quarts water
Salt to taste
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1 pound lean ground beef chuck or round steak
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or Italian parsley
1/2 cup canned crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
2 cups cubed or shredded Cheddar cheese
Cayenne pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring the water with salt to a boil. Add the macaroni; stir and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes. Do not overcook. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • In a skillet, heat the oil and add the onions, celery, green pepper and garlic. Cook, stirring, until wilted. Add the meat, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the meat loses its red color. Add the oregano, basil and tomatoes. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Add the cooked macaroni. Blend well and set aside. Keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan, and stir in the flour with a wire whisk until well-blended. Add the milk, stirring rapidly, and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the sauce from the heat, and stir in the Cheddar cheese, cayenne, nutmeg, and more salt and pepper to taste. Stir until the cheese melts.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Spoon the macaroni mixture into a baking dish measuring 7 by 10 by 2 1/2 inches. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the macaroni mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and place under the broiler (about 4 to 5 inches from the heat source) until it is hot, bubbling and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 763, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 52 grams, SaturatedFat 21 grams, Sodium 2138 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 1 gram

TOMATO MACARONI CASSEROLE



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I dress up cooked macaroni with four flavorful ingredients. This dish is one of my husband's favorites. - Karen Smith, Thornton, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a greased 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish, combine the macaroni, tomatoes and 3/4 cup cheese; mix well. Cover and microwave on high for 2 to 2-1/2 minutes; stir. Cover and heat 45 seconds longer. , Sprinkle with bacon and remaining cheese. Microwave, uncovered, for 20-40 seconds longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 739mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

MACARONI AND CHEESY CHICKEN BAKED CASSEROLE



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Take your mac and cheese weeknight dinner to a whole new level with this veggie-kissed casserole. The crunchy cheese and bread crumb topping makes a perfect finish for the creamy filling.

Provided by By Brooke Lark

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 9 oz)
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (16 oz)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 bag (16 oz) frozen broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ panko crispy bread crumbs
4 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Beat in flour, onion salt, garlic salt and pepper with whisk until thickened. Cook 1 minute longer. Beat in milk. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring frequently; boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in 3 cups of the cheese until melted. Stir in macaroni, chicken and frozen broccoli. Pour into baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese on top.
  • In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and melted butter; stir until combined. Sprinkle over macaroni mixture.
  • Bake 33 to 36 minutes or until mixture is bubbly (at least 165°F in center) and bread crumbs are browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize About 1 1/4 cups, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the casserole will taste. Look for fresh, flavorful pasta, cheese, and vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Al dente pasta is best in macaroni casserole. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of cheeses will give the casserole a more complex flavor. Cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan are all good choices.
  • Add some vegetables. Vegetables will add nutrients and flavor to the casserole. Broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots are all good choices.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make macaroni casserole. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or try different variations.

Conclusion:

Macaroni casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a macaroni casserole recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give macaroni casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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