Best 10 Deluxe Macaroni Dinner Recipes

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In the vast culinary landscape, pasta dishes reign supreme, capturing the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Among these pasta masterpieces, one dish stands out as a beacon of comfort and indulgence: the deluxe macaroni dinner. This delectable creation transcends the ordinary, offering a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the culinary journey of creating the ultimate deluxe macaroni dinner, transforming your mealtime into an unforgettable experience.

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KRAFT'S DELUXE MACARONI AND CHEESE



Kraft's Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese image

I found this on a different web site and thought I would bring it here. This really does taste like Kraft's deluxe mac and cheese

Provided by bmiene

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 cups water
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup Cheez Whiz
2 tablespoons whole milk
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a large sauce pan. Add elbow macaroni to water cook 10 minutes or till tender stirring a few times.
  • A,s macaroni boils prepare sauce by combining cheddar cheese, Cheez Whiz and milk in small sauce pan over medium low heat. Stir cheese mixture often so it doesn't burn.
  • Add salt when all cheddar cheese has melted and sauce is smooth. Cover pan and set aside until macaroni is ready.
  • When macaroni is ready, strain macaroni but do not rinse.
  • Combine macaroni and cheese sauce; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.3, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 35.4, Sodium 759.4, Carbohydrate 42.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 13.4

DELUXE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cottage cheese
8 ounces sour cream
1 cup diced cooked ham
3 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 large egg, lightly beated
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup soft breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, melted
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Cook elbow macaroni accroding to package directions; drain wll and set aside.
  • Place macaroni and next 8 ingredients in a large bowl, stir gently to combine.
  • Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 2 quart baking dish.
  • Combine breadcrumbs, melted butter, and parika in a small bowl, stirring well.
  • Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture diagonally actoss top of casserole, making stripes.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.8, Fat 33.5, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 134.2, Sodium 741.2, Carbohydrate 38.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.8, Protein 32.4

DELUXE MACARONI DINNER



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"This recipe never results in leftovers," says Michele Odstrcilek. The Lemont, Illinois reader dresses up a boxed mac-and-cheese mix with ground beef, onion and broccoli.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
10 cups water
1 package (14 ounces) deluxe four-cheese macaroni and cheese dinner
2 cups chopped fresh broccoli

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. , In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add macaroni; cook for 5 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 4-5 minutes longer or until macaroni and broccoli are tender., Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Place contents of cheese sauce mix in saucepan. Stir in the macaroni mixture, beef mixture and reserved liquid; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 512mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

SUPER DELUXE OLD FASHIONED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 cups milk
8 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and cayenne pepper
1/4 cup slivered reconstitituted sundried tomatoes
3/4 pound penne, cook to the al dente stage, drained and cooled
1/3 cup fresh bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a non-reactive saucepan. When bubbly whisk in flour and cook for a couple of minutes, stirring every now and then. Slowly whisk in the milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, whisking on occasion for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove pan from heat and whisk in grated cheese. Stir vigorously just until cheese has melted. Then whisk in heavy cream to adjust the texture and season to taste with salt and cayenne pepper. In a mixing bowl combine sauce with sun dried tomatoes and drained macaroni and adjust seasoning. Transfer mixture to a 13 x 9-inch baking pan and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top and dot with remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Bake until hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

DELUXE MACARONI DINNER



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'This recipe never results in leftovers,' says Michele Odstrcilek. The Lemont, Illinois reader dresses up a boxed mac-and-cheese mix with ground beef, onion and broccoli.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic clove (blank)s garlic cloves, minced
10 cups water
1 (14 ounce) package deluxe four cheese macaroni and cheese dinner mix
2 cups chopped fresh broccoli

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add macaroni; cook for 5 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 4-5 minutes longer or until macaroni and broccoli are tender.
  • Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Place contents of cheese sauce mix in saucepan. Stir in macaroni mixture, beef mixture and reserved liquid; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.7 calories, Carbohydrate 71.6 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 857.8 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

DELUXE MACARONI 'N' CHEESE



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Our six grandchildren, who don't think a meal is complete without macaroni and cheese, love this creamy version featuring cheddar and cottage cheese.-Bertha Johnson, Indianapolis, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3/4 teaspoon salt
Garlic salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
Paprika, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, egg, salt, garlic salt and pepper. Add cheddar cheese; mix well. Add macaroni and stir until coated. , Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with paprika if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 13g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

DELUXE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Linda Sorichetti

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups small curd cottage cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 teaspoon salt
garlic, salt and pepper --
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 (7 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
to taste paprika (optional)
to taste buttered bread crumb

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, egg, salt, garlic salt and pepper.
  • Add cheddar cheese; mix well.
  • Add macaroni and stir until coated.
  • Transfer to a greased 2 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Top with bread crumbs.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.
  • Sprinkle with paprika if desired.

DELUXE BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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I've been cooking and baking for many years, but I've only recently begun creating my own recipes. By adding diced ham, tomatoes, several cheeses and a hint of Dijon mustard, I turned this super creamy mac and cheese into the ultimate comfort food. -Kathy Yarosh, Apopka, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 package (8 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2/3 cup whipped cream cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions. In a Dutch oven, whisk flour, milk and cream until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in cheeses until melted. Add tomatoes, ham, sour cream and mustard. Drain macaroni; add to cheese mixture and toss to coat., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, mix topping ingredients; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and bread crumbs are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 734mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

DELUXE MACARONI DINNER



Deluxe Macaroni Dinner image

'This recipe never results in leftovers,' says Michele Odstrcilek. The Lemont, Illinois reader dresses up a boxed mac-and-cheese mix with ground beef, onion and broccoli.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic clove (blank)s garlic cloves, minced
10 cups water
1 (14 ounce) package deluxe four cheese macaroni and cheese dinner mix
2 cups chopped fresh broccoli

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add macaroni; cook for 5 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 4-5 minutes longer or until macaroni and broccoli are tender.
  • Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Place contents of cheese sauce mix in saucepan. Stir in macaroni mixture, beef mixture and reserved liquid; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.7 calories, Carbohydrate 71.6 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 857.8 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

DELUXE ITALIAN-STYLE MACARONI & CHEESE



Deluxe Italian-Style Macaroni & Cheese image

Italian-style mac and cheese made in a saucepan in just 15 minutes? Absolutely. If that's not enough to intrigue you, get this: There's sausage, too.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 pkg. (11.9 oz.) KRAFT Deluxe White Cheddar & Garlic & Herbs Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 lb. Italian sausage, cooked, sliced

Steps:

  • Prepare Dinner in large saucepan as directed on package.
  • Stir in sausage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 850 mg, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 14 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Use a good quality cheese: A flavorful, sharp cheese will add a lot of flavor to the dish.
  • Don't skimp on the butter: Butter adds richness and flavor to the dish.
  • Add some vegetables: Vegetables will add color, texture, and nutrients to the dish.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to season the dish with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately: Macaroni and cheese is best served immediately after it is made.

Conclusion:

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious macaroni and cheese dish that will be a hit with your family and friends.

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