Best 7 Copycat Costcor Deli Mac And Cheese Recipes

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Craving Costco's mouthwatering deli mac and cheese but can't make it to the store? fret not! With this comprehensive guide, you'll discover the secrets to creating an irresistibly creamy, cheesy, and flavorful copycat Costco deli mac and cheese right in your own kitchen. Get ready to indulge in a homemade version that rivals the original, delighting your family and friends with every bite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BETTER THAN COSTCO MAC AND CHEESE



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Costco Mac and Cheese-- quick, easy and just as good (or better) than the deli version. You can go ahead and throw that membership card out. :)

Provided by Heather Cheney

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces Cavatapi Pasta
15 ounces Jarred Prepared Alfredo Sauce
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
8 ounces Sharp Cheddar (shredded and divided)
4 ounces Jarlsberg Cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions to "Al Dente" doneness. Drain and place in a large bowl.
  • Pour alfredo sauce and dijon mustard over the cooked pasta and stir. Add in 3/4 of the sharp cheddar and all of the Jarlsberg and parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined.
  • Spray an 8"x 8" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and spoon pasta into the dish.
  • Sprinkle remaining sharp cheddar over the pasta. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 520 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 977 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

COSTCO MAC AND CHEESE



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Provided by Katie Clark

Categories     Copycat

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces cavatappi pasta
1 cup butter
1 cup heavy cream
2 1/2 cup whole milk
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)
Garlic Powder (to taste)
3/4 cup romano cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup white cheddar cheese
1/2-1 cup sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil - add cavatapi and cook according to directions on package. Drain water and set aside.
  • Add butter to a large skillet and melt over low heat. Add heavy cream and milk and stir until combined.
  • Slowly mix in cheeses over medium-low heat until it thickens. If it doesn't thicken, you can add in a mixture of 1 teaspoon cornstarch and 2 teaspoons cold water.
  • Add seasonings to taste.
  • Combine the pasta with the sauce and pour into a large baking dish.
  • Top with shredded cheddar cheese
  • Bake at 400 for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Broil to caramelize cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 114 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 40 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, SaturatedFat 24 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 522 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams unsaturated fat

COPYCAT COSTCO MAC AND CHEESE



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Super creamy, cheesy, and delicious, this Copycat Costco Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food made with five different kinds of cheese.

Provided by Amy Nash

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb. cavatappi pasta
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cream
3 cups milk
3 1/2 cups grated white cheddar cheese (divided)
2 cups grated Gruyere cheese (divided)
3/4 cup grated Romano cheese (divded)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
1/2 cup grated medium cheddar cheese
1/2 Tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook your pasta according to package directions until just 1 minute shy of al dente (mine was 5 minutes). Drain well, then return to the pot and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil so it doesn't stick together in a clump while making the sauce.
  • While the pasta is cooking, grate the cheeses. You are going to add the cheese in 4 stages, so it might be helpful to divide them into fourths now.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the flour and whisk well, cooking for one minute until completely combined and the roux begins to look a bit like wet sand.
  • Slowly add the cream and 1 cup of the milk, whisking continuously, until smooth and completely combined. Add the remaining 2 cups of milk, whisking and cooking over medium heat until the sauce thickens a bit, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder, then add 1/4 of each of the grated cheeses except the medium cheddar, which you will save just for topping the mac & cheese. Once the cheese has melted, add another 1/4 of the grated cheeses and stir until it also melts and incorporated into the sauce.
  • Pour the sauce over the cooked pasta and stir to combine. Pour half of the pasta & sauce into a large 9x13" baking dish, then sprinkle another 1/4 of the grated cheeses over that layer, then repeat with the remaining pasta and sauce, the remaining cheese and finally sprinkle the grated medium cheddar over the top.
  • Transfer the macaroni & cheese to the oven and bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes, until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1157 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 54 g, SaturatedFat 48 g, Cholesterol 246 mg, Sodium 1601 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COPYCAT COSTCO(R) DELI MAC AND CHEESE



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Costco's mac and cheese that they sell in their deli section is so yummy, but they only sell it at a certain time of the year. I wanted to try to figure the recipe out so that when they don't have it, I can still make it myself. This recipe is what I came up with. It is very decadent and NOT low-cal. LOL

Provided by Chef Smiley7

Categories     Macaroni And Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces dry cavatappi pasta
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup butter
3/4 pint heavy cream
pepper
garlic salt
3/4 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook cavatappi pasta according to package directions so it is al dente, drain, add 1 Tbsp of butter while still hot, and mix through; set aside to cool mostly.
  • In a large sauce pan, melt butter into cream over low heat. Add garlic salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir in the pecorino romano and parmesan cheese over medium heat until melted; this will thicken the sauce. Remove from heat and allow to cool mostly.
  • Once both noodles and sauce are just slightly warm, stir the sauce into the noodles. Add 3 cups of cheddar cheese and mix.
  • Smooth into a 13x9x2 baking dish. Sprinkle top with the remaining cup of cheddar cheese. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until top starts to brown slightly.

CORY'S FAMOUS MAC AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 stick (8 tablespoons) salted butter
4 blocks (8 ounces each) sharp cheddar cheese, such as Cracker Barrel, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 egg
1 teaspoon olive oil
Pinch kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 can evaporated milk, such as Carnation
5 tablespoons sour cream
8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup crumbled butter crackers, such as Ritz

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Melt the butter in a cast-iron skillet set over low heat¿it is very important that this step be on low heat! Add the cubed cheddar and melt until creamy, stirring constantly. Stir in the egg, taking care not to let it scramble.
  • While the cheese is melting, add the olive oil and salt to the pot of boiling water. Add the pasta; cook for 10 minutes. Strain and return the pasta to the pot.
  • Add the melted cheese and egg mixture to the cooked pasta, along with the cream of mushroom soup, the evaporated milk and the sour cream; stir, then add half of the cracker crumbs. Mix together until the pasta is well coated and the sauce comes together.
  • Add half of the pasta mixture to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and top with half of the shredded cheddar. Add the remaining half of the pasta, followed by the remaining shredded cheddar. Sprinkle the remaining cracker crumbs over the top. Bake for 40 minutes.

COPYCAT KRAFT MAC AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Copycat Kraft Mac and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Inactive Account

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 24 cups, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

48 ounces elbow macaroni
2 2/3 cups cheese, powder
32 tablespoons margarine
2 1/4 cups milk
salt

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and return to the pot.
  • Add margarine and mix until the margarine is melted.
  • Add cheese powder and milk, mixing until all ingredients are well combined.
  • Taste, and add salt if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.5, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 11.2, Sodium 313.4, Carbohydrate 47.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 11.3

CAFETERIA MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This is an old-fashioned comfort food recipe.

Provided by Karena

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

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces macaroni
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ teaspoons ground mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¾ teaspoon salt
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1 ½ tablespoons butter
3 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
½ cup bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
½ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat the milk in a small saucepan. Stir in mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and hot sauce. Set aside.
  • Stir 1 1/2 tablespoons butter and 3 cups cheese into the drained macaroni. Pour the hot milk mixture over the cheese and macaroni. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar on top. Combine the bread crumbs with the melted butter, and spread over the top. Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, and then place under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 91.9 mg, Fat 31.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 19.2 g, Sodium 850 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses to create a complex flavor. Cheddar, Parmesan, and Gruyère are all good choices.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente so that it still has a slight bite to it.
  • Make sure the cheese sauce is thick and creamy. You can add a little bit of cornstarch or flour to help it thicken.
  • Season the macaroni and cheese with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Top the macaroni and cheese with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers before baking it.
  • Bake the macaroni and cheese until it is golden brown and bubbly.
  • Let the macaroni and cheese cool for a few minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This copycat Costco deli mac and cheese recipe is easy to make and tastes just like the real thing. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. With its creamy cheese sauce, tender macaroni, and golden brown crust, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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