Best 5 Easy Homemade Tastin Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great option for picky eaters. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, there is sure to be a macaroni and cheese recipe that will satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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.

CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This is the ultimate creamy mac and cheese recipe. It's saucy, thick and very rich, with a wonderful cheddar flavor. Once you taste it, you'll be hooked. -Cindy Hartley, Chesapeake, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 to 2 cups 2% milk
1 cup sour cream
8 ounces cubed Velveeta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add 1-1/2 cups milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in sour cream, Velveeta, Parmesan cheese, salt, mustard and pepper until smooth and cheese is melted. Add additional milk to reach desired consistency. , Drain macaroni; toss with cheddar cheese. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Stir in cream sauce. , Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 46g fat (30g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 1141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

EASY HOMEMADE TASTIN' MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Easy Homemade Tastin' Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lilladyc

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (14 ounce) box Mac n' Cheese Deluxe (Cheese sauce is premade)
3/4 cup milk
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni according to package.
  • Drain.
  • No need to rinse.
  • Pour in large mixing bowl.
  • Add sauce packet, sour cream, milk, and 2 cups of the cheese.
  • Pour in casserole dish.
  • Top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 375F for about an hour or until nicely browned.

SIMPLE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Quick, easy, and tasty macaroni and cheese dish. Fancy, designer mac and cheese often costs forty or fifty dollars to prepare when you have so many exotic and expensive cheeses, but they aren't always the best tasting. This simple recipe is cheap and tasty.

Provided by g0dluvsugly

Categories     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) box elbow macaroni
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes.
  • At the same time, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour, salt, and pepper and stir until smooth, about 5 minutes. Pour in milk slowly, while stirring continuously. Continue to cook and stir until mixture is smooth and bubbling, about 5 minutes, making sure the milk doesn't burn.
  • Add Cheddar cheese and stir until melted, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Drain macaroni and fold into cheese sauce until coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.2 calories, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 99.6 mg, Fat 33.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 20.9 g, Sodium 777 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

EASY HOMEMADE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Easy Homemade Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LizCl

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) box uncooked elbow macaroni (cooked and kept warm)
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup sour cream
8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter, stir in flour until smooth, gradually add milk, bring to boil- cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Reduce heat, stir in sour cream, velveeta cheese, parmesan cheese, salt, mustard and pepper.
  • Drain macaroni, toss with cheddar cheese.
  • Pour into a greased 3 quart dish and add cream sauce. Mix well.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.3, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 77, Sodium 761.6, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 12.8