Best 9 Moms Creamy Baked Mac Cheese Recipes

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"Mom's Creamy Baked Mac Cheese" is a classic comfort food loved by people of all ages. Originating from the United States, this dish has become a staple in many homes and restaurants across the world. The combination of creamy cheese sauce, tender macaroni, and a crispy golden brown topping makes this dish irresistible. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating the best Mom's Creamy Baked Mac Cheese. We'll provide step-by-step instructions, tips for achieving the perfect texture, and a few variations to suit your taste preferences. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create a delightful and unforgettable dish that will surely satisfy your cravings and warm your heart.

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MOM'S BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Quick and easy -- macaroni, cheese soup, milk and Colby cheese!

Provided by Courtnay

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

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (16 ounce) package macaroni
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup
1 cup milk
1 pound shredded Colby cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 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.
  • Place macaroni in a 2 quart casserole dish. Stir in cheese soup and milk until well combined. Sprinkle with shredded Colby.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until cheese is brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 673.9 calories, Carbohydrate 65.5 g, Cholesterol 86.6 mg, Fat 30.9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 18.7 g, Sodium 849.1 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CREAMY BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This baked mac and cheese - perfect for a large crowd or as a side dish - is super simple to make. The cream cheese gives it richness and a little tang.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield Serves 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups half and half
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound cream cheese, room temperature
8 ounces sharp Cheddar, shredded (about 3 cups)
3 ounces gruyere cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)
1 cup panko bread crumbs
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until it is al dente, about 6 minutes. Strain, reserving 1 3/4 cups of the pasta water. Set aside.
  • Heat the half-and-half and cayenne in a large saucepan over medium heat until it just comes to a simmer. Continue simmering until the half-and-half is reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 15 minutes. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Whisk in the Cheddar and Gruyere until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Add the macaroni and the reserved pasta water to the saucepan and stir to combine. (It will look very loose, but the pasta will suck up a lot of the sauce as it bakes.) Season to taste with salt if needed. Pour into a 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Toss the bread crumbs with the butter and a sprinkle of salt in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese. Bake until the cheese is bubbly and the bread crumbs are lightly browned and crispy, about 10 minutes.

MOM'S MACARONI AND CHEESE



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The wonderful homemade goodness of this creamy Velveeta mac and cheese makes it a staple side dish in my mother's kitchen and in mine as well. It has tender noodles and a crowd-pleasing golden crumb topping. -Maria Costello, Monroe, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
5 tablespoons butter, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 ounces cubed Velveeta
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add the cheeses, stirring until cheese is melted. Drain macaroni., Transfer macaroni to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over macaroni; mix well. Melt the remaining butter; add the bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes or until heated through and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 20g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

MOM'S CREAMY BAKED MAC & CHEESE



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This is my mother's revised copy of my grandmothers mac & cheese. This one is really cheesy and creamy.

Provided by Chef Eileen

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups milk
3 tablespoons margarine, melted
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 eggs, beaten
3 cups cooked elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups shredded cheese (I use Velvetta)
3/4 cup breadcrumbs or 3/4 cup cracker

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine first six ingredients and beat until smooth, using a wire whisk.
  • Layer in a greased baking dish alternating with a layer of macaroni then a layer of cheese.
  • Pour milk mixture over macaroni;sprinkle with bread or cracker crumbs.
  • Bake covered for 50 minutes.
  • Uncover during the last 5 min to crisp the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.3, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 88.4, Sodium 533.8, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 12.8

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

HOW TO MAKE THE BEST BAKED MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Nothing says comfort like a homemade baked mac and cheese. Our favorite version is made with a luscious and creamy sauce that pools in the pasta shells for the ultimate cheesy feel-good food.

Provided by Aleya Zenieris

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for boiling
8 oz dried pasta shells
10 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
4 oz american cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ stick unsalted butter
1 teaspoon mustard powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ½ cups whole milk
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 large egg
2 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
2 oz parmesan cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 2 minutes less than recommended on the package (you want the pasta to have a slight bite; it will finish cooking while it bakes).
  • In a large bowl, combine 8 ounces shredded cheddar with the American cheese and cornstarch. Use your fingers to gently toss until all of the cheese is coated.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. As the butter begins to sizzle, add the mustard powder and cayenne and stir to combine. Toast the spices until the butter turns golden brown, about 1 minute.
  • Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Continue whisking until the milk begins to simmer, with small bubbles rapidly rising to the surface, about 3 minutes.
  • Whisk the egg in a small bowl, then temper it by slowly adding in spoonfuls of the simmering milk mixture while continuing to whisk until incorporated.
  • Slowly drizzle the tempered egg back into the milk mixture, whisking vigorously until the egg is fully incorporated.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and add the cheddar cheese mixture, a small handful at a time, whisking between each addition to make sure the cheese melts evenly (mix quickly enough that the mixture does not cool too rapidly, but slowly enough that the emulsion does not break).
  • Add the cooked pasta to the pot and gently fold to coat with the sauce, then season with 1 teaspoon salt. Pour the pasta and sauce into an 8-inch square baking dish with 2-inch-high sides (at this point, the pasta can be wrapped and refrigerated for up to 3 days).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the remaining 2 ounces of cheddar cheese, the mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle on top of the pasta.
  • Bake the mac and cheese until the cheese is melted and beginning to bubble around the edges, about 20 minutes. Turn the broiler on high and broil the mac and cheese until the cheese begins to brown all over, about 5 minutes. Let the mac and cheese sit for 5 minutes for the sauce set and cool slightly.
  • Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

MOM'S BAKED MAC AND CHEESE



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This is a recipe that my grandmother found years ago. My mother tweaked it and it's definitely a comfort food classic in my household. I personally prefer extra-sharp Cracker Barrel but use whatever cheddar you prefer.

Provided by Elisha Ann

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 cups milk
10 ounces cheddar cheese
2 cups elbow macaroni
1 -2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Shred the cheddar cheese or chop into very small cubes. *Shredded cheese will melt faster than cubed cheese, but it's also messier and takes longer to do. It's up to you.*.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan. Add flour, salt and pepper off of the heat. Gradually add the milk and stir continuously for about 10 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
  • Add cheese and melt.
  • Meanwhile, boil the macaroni for about 5 minutes. Pour macaroni into a glass casserole dish and then pour cheese sauce over. Stir until macaroni is coated.
  • Sift bread crumbs over the top of the macaroni.
  • Bake about 30 minutes or until the bread crumb crust is crispy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.9, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 74.2, Sodium 772.6, Carbohydrate 49.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2, Protein 23.1

MOMMA'S CREAMY BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE RECIPE



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Provided by á-42235

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 oz. elbow macaroni (about 3 cups)
3 Tbsp butter
1 1/2 cups milk, divided
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 lb (16 oz)cubed 1/2" size Velveeta cheese
8 ounces Shredded Kraft Mild Cheddar Cheese, divided
8 ounces Shredded Kraft Monerrey Jack Cheese
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 357*. Cook macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until tender, but not too mushy, about 8-10 minutes. Drain wel and and pour into a large mixing bowl. Melt on low the Velveeta chees and 3/4 cup milk until melted (stir often) Pour melted cheese sauce over pasta and stir. Add in butter, 3/4 cup milk, eggs, 1 cup shredded cheeses, salt and pepper. Mix well and transfer to a 2 qt. baking dish. Pour the remaining cheese sause on top Bake until top crust is golden broun and casserole is bubbling, about 25 minutes. Serve hot.

CLASSIC BAKED MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: unsalted butter, all purpose flour, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, whole milk, heavy cream, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, elbow macaroni, unsalted butter, kosher salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, panko breadcrumbs

Provided by Next Level Chef on Fox

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ stick unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 ¼ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked according to package instructions until al dente and drained, not cooled
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ cup panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour, salt, and pepper and whisk until smooth and bubbling, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly, until smooth. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, 4-5 minutes. Add the cheddar cheese and stir until melted and the sauce is creamy.
  • Fold in the cooked pasta until evenly coated.
  • Pour the mac and cheese into a 9-inch square pan.
  • Make the bread crumb topping: In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, salt, garlic powder, and paprika with a fork until combined. Add the panko bread crumbs and stir until evenly coated in the butter mixture.
  • Sprinkle the bread crumb topping evenly over the mac and cheese.
  • Bake the mac and cheese for 10-15 minutes, or until the topping is browned (if the top isn't browning, broil on high for 2-3 minutes).
  • Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 679 calories, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 6 grams

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Summary:

  • This classic baked mac and cheese recipe, filled with creamy cheddar cheese and melted mozzarella, is a comfort food that everyone will love.
  • The secret to the creamy texture is in the cheese roux, a mixture of butter, milk, and cheese that is thickened with cornstarch.
  • You can use any type of cheese you like in this recipe, but a combination of cheddar and mozzarella is a classic for a reason.
  • Elbow macaroni is a classic choice for baked mac and cheese, but you can use any short, sturdy noodle, such as penne or shells.
  • Be sure to not overcook the noodles, as they will continue to cook in the casserole.
  • Top the mac and cheese with a bread crumb mixture before it goes in the over for a crispy topping.
  • Baked mac and cheese is a great dish to make ahead of time. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
  • To re-head baked mac and cheese, simply pop it in the microwave or bake it in the over until it is warmed throughout.

Conclusion:

Baked mac and cheese is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side. It is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a quick and easy weeknight meal.

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