Best 12 Six Cheese Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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Have you been searching for the perfect six cheese macaroni and cheese recipe? This classic comfort food can be challenging to master without the right guidance. Cooking six cheese macaroni and cheese involves multiple steps and requires careful selection of ingredients, from the type of pasta to the various cheeses. This article will take you through all the necessary steps to create a creamy, flavorful, and indulgent six cheese macaroni and cheese dish. With the right combination of cheeses and a few simple techniques, you'll be able to impress your family and friends with a dish that is both delicious and visually appealing.

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6 CHEESE MAC AND CHEESE



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This 6 Cheese Mac and cheese recipe is the he Ultimate Lady's Cheesy Mac and Cheese from Mrs. Paula Deen! I made it for the first Thanksgiving we had after we moved back to Virginia and it was a hit!

Provided by Angie - BigBearsWife.com

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups dried elbow macaroni (4 cups cooked)
1/3 cup grated Cheddar
1/3 cup grated Swiss
1/3 cup grated Jack
1/3 cup grated colby
1/3 cup grated Muenster
1/3 cup grated Gouda
1/2 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk
Nonstick spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • In a large pot, bring water to boil. Season water with salt and cook macaroni until al dente, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and place in a large bowl and while pasta is still hot add all the cheese.
  • In a separate medium bowl, using a whisk, combine the sour cream, butter, eggs, salt, pepper, and milk and add to the macaroni mixture.
  • Spray casserole dish with nonstick and pour macaroni mixture into the dish.
  • Bake for 30 to 45 minutes or until golden brown. Top with additional cheese, if desired.

DELILAH'S 7 CHEESE MAC AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds elbow macaroni
12 eggs
1 cup cubed Velveeta cheese
1/2 pound (2 sticks) butter, melted
6 cups half-and-half, divided
4 cups grated sharp yellow Cheddar, divided
2 cups grated extra-sharp white Cheddar
1 1/2 cups grated mozzarella
1 cup grated Asiago
1 cup grated Gruyere
1 cup grated Monterey Jack
1 cup grated Muenster
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until slightly al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside to keep warm.
  • Whisk the eggs in a large bowl until frothy.
  • Add the Velveeta, butter and 2 cups of the half-and-half to the large bowl of eggs. Add the warm macaroni tossing until the cheese has melted and the mixture is smooth. Add the remaining half-and-half, 3 cups of the sharp yellow Cheddar, the remaining grated cheeses, and salt and pepper, tossing until completely combined in the large bowl.
  • Pour the mixture into 9 by 13-inch casserole or baking dishes (approximately 3 (3-quart) baking dishes) and bake for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of sharp yellow cheese and bake until golden brown on top, about 30 minutes more.
  • Serve hot.

6 CHEESE MAC & CHEESE



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What's better than mac and cheese? Mac and cheese made with six different cheeses! Yum!

Provided by Christine Albury

Categories     Dinners

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
1 stick butter
4 tablespoons flour
2 cups half & half
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
5 cups cheese, shredded and divided - use a mix of havarti, parmesan, white cheddar, monterey jack, gouda, and velveeta
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Melt the butter in a large saucepan. Once the butter is melted, let it brown slightly to add a depth of flavor. Stir in the flour and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to avoid it sticking and burning. Pour in the half and half and the heavy cream and stir until it comes to a boil and starts to thicken. Stir in 4 cups of cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika and sour cream. Cook for 3 minutes on a low heat, stirring frequently until it forms a smooth sauce. Add in the cooked pasta and stir well. Transfer into a baking dish and top with a cup of cheese and a sprinkle of smoked paprika. Cook for 30-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 1584 calories, Fat 109 g, Carbohydrate 91 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 27 g, Sodium 454 mg, Sugar 2 g

BUDGET MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This is a quick and creamy main dish. I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this is my favorite.-Debbie Carlson, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add the flour, salt and pepper; stir until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. , Drain macaroni. Add to the cheese mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 20g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 437mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

FIVE-CHEESE MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: elbow macaroni, evaporated milk, eggs, unsalted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, provolone cheese, smoked gouda cheese, salt, black pepper

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Sides

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box elbow macaroni
12 oz evaporated milk, 1 can
3 eggs
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup provolone cheese, cut into small pieces
½ cup smoked gouda cheese, shredded
4 teaspoons salt, divided
2 teaspoons black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • In a large pot or dutch oven, cook macaroni according to package directions, salting the water with 2 teaspoons of salt. Drain and return to the warm pot.
  • Add butter to warm macaroni and mix until melted. Season with the remaining salt and pepper.
  • Add half of the cheddar cheese, mozzarella, provolone, gouda, and feta cheese. Mix well.
  • Add eggs and evaporated milk, mix until fully incorporated.
  • Transfer to a 9x13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the top has nicely browned.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1170 calories, Carbohydrate 94 grams, Fat 66 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 54 grams, Sugar 11 grams

MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Garrett McCord

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Pasta     Bake     Super Bowl     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Cheddar     Fall     Winter     Breadcrumbs     Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more to grease the baking dish
1 cup panko bread crumbs
24 ounces sharp or extra-sharp Cheddar, grated (about 9 cups total)
1 pound elbow macaroni
3 1/4 cups whole milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Equipment: 9- by 13-inch baking dish, flat-edged wooden spoon or heat-safe rubber spatula

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly butter a 9- by 13-inch baking dish.
  • In a small saucepan over moderate heat, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter. Place the panko bread crumbs in a small bowl, drizzle with the melted butter, and toss to combine. Add a handful of the grated cheese to the bowl, toss to combine, and set aside.
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain the noodles, without rinsing, then return them to the pot they were cooked in.
  • In a small saucepan over moderate heat, warm the milk just until it starts to steam and form tiny bubbles around its edges-be careful not to let the milk come to a boil. Remove from the heat.
  • In a medium saucepan over moderate heat, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Add the flour and use a flat-edged wooden spoon or heat-safe rubber spatula to stir the mixture together, scraping the bottom of the pan to prevent burning, just until it starts to turn a light brown color, about 3 minutes. Slowly add the warm milk and stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the dry mustard, salt, and pepper. Add the remaining grated cheese and stir until it's completely melted. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Pour the cheese sauce over the cooked elbow macaroni and gently stir to coat the noodles in the sauce.
  • Pour the macaroni and cheese into the prepared baking dish and top with the panko-cheese mixture. Bake until light golden brown and bubbling, about 30 minutes. Serve hot. DO AHEAD: Macaroni and cheese can be made ahead, put into the baking dish, cooled completely, and kept, covered in the refrigerator, for 2 days. Do not add the bread crumbs until ready to bake. (Chilled Macaroni and Cheese may take longer than 30 minutes to be fully cooked.)

SIMPLE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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A very quick and easy fix to a tasty side-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 recipe is cheap and tasty.

Provided by g0dluvsugly

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

Time 30m

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. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in flour, salt, and pepper until smooth, about 5 minutes. Slowly pour milk into butter-flour mixture while continuously stirring until mixture is smooth and bubbling, about 5 minutes. Add Cheddar cheese to milk mixture and stir until cheese is melted, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Fold macaroni 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

6-CHEESE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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If you're like me, you're always on the quest for the 'perfect' mac and cheese. Now, I've eaten a lot of mac and cheese because it's the ultimate comfort food, and my family and I love it, but I had never found the penultimate recipe for it...always on the search...well, I think I may just have come up with it! Using the mac and cheese recipe posted at the splendidtable.com as a jumping-off point, I devised this version which is rich, creamy, super-cheesey, and inordinantly delicious. I can certainly be significantly lightened down by using low-fat milk and cheeses.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb elbow macaroni
3 cups milk
8 ounces cream cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
3/4 teaspoon dry garlic granules (NOT garlic salt) or 2 garlic cloves, very finely minced
5 drops hot sauce
1/3 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, beaten to blend
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup grated asiago cheese
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese or 1 cup monterey jack cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Boil elbow macaroni in plenty of salted water until al dente. Drain.
  • Grease a 9 X 13-inch pyrex baking dish. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Meanwhile, in a small processor, combine milk, cream cheese, mustard, garlic, hot sauce and salt.
  • Pour drained pasta and milk/cream cheese mixture back into pot pasta was cooked in . Allow to 'sit' in pot for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This is an important step and must not be left out as it allows the sauce to start thickening and be absorbed by the pasta and not just settle in the bottom of the baking dish. After 15 minutes, add various cheeses and beaten eggs and mix well altogether.
  • Pour into prepared baking dish. Bake until golden-brown and bubbly, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Note: This recipe can be made even more decadent by browning 1/2 cup of dry breadcrumbs in 1 tblsp melted butter in a small skillet. Stir in 1/4 cup parmesan cheese at the end and sprinkle over mac and cheese for final 10 minutes of baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.4, Fat 26, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 120.8, Sodium 510.9, Carbohydrate 39.7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.4, Protein 22.5

3-CHEESE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon salt, plus more for pasta water
1 pound large elbow macaroni
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound white Cheddar, shredded
4 ounces Romano, shredded
4 ounces Asiago, shredded
2 cups bread crumbs (suggested: panko (Japanese) available at most markets)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • In large pot filled with water add 3 pinches of salt and the macaroni and place over high heat. Bring to a boil and let cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain. Set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, melt butter. Sprinkle flour over butter and cook 2 to 3 minutes on medium heat, whisking until a roux or paste forms. Add cold milk and whisk vigorously until dissolved. Cook sauce on medium-low heat until thick and bubbly. Add heavy cream, all cheeses, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon pepper. Cook until cheeses are fully melted, stirring occasionally.
  • Add cooked macaroni to cheese mixture and mix thoroughly. Place macaroni mixture in a 13 by 9 baking dish and top with breadcrumbs. Place in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Top with fresh parsley and serve.

SIX CHEESE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ounces elbow
1 tablespoons butter
0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
1 units salt
2 cups milk
2 units eggs
0.5 cups mozzarella cheese
0.5 cups provolone cheese
0.5 cups romano cheese
8 ounces onion
0.5 cups parmesan cheese
8 ounces pepper jack cheese
1 cups cottage cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  • 2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a small, heavy saucepan over moderate heat; add the spices; cook, stirring, 1 minute. Remove from heat; set aside.
  • 3. Pour 1 cup of milk in small bowl. Add eggs and whisk together. Add mixture into saucepan with butter, set over moderate heat and add remaining milk in a steady stream, whisking constantly, for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in all other ingredients but 2 tablespoons of the parmesan cheese, the pepper jack cheese and cottage cheese. Stir sauce into macaroni and mix well. Add cottage cheese; mix well.
  • 4. Spoon into ungreased 8 x 8 x 2 inch baking pan then add cubed pepper jack cheese pushing down through out dish and sprinkle with remaining parmesan.
  • 5. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

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.

CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE FOR SIX



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Based on TGirl,RN's Creamy Macaroni & Cheese for One (#88172), which is delicious. I have adapted it to feed a larger group. Be aware that measurements on seasonings are a rough estimate, as I am a 'taste and tweak as I go' kind of cook. You can adjust, as I have, to suit your personal palate. This will make one very full 9 x 13" baking dish, which is probably enough to feed 6 people as a main dish, or even more as a side dish. Would probably be good for a potluck crowd, too. If doing that I would try to bake it at the party, if possible, so the topping stays crispy.

Provided by StylinDog

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 1/3 cups butter or 1 1/3 cups margarine
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 1/2 cups milk
3 1/2 cups aged cheddar cheese, grated
3 tablespoons prepared mustard
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
6 teaspoons onions, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup of melted butter with breadcrumbs. Set aside.
  • In a large stockpot, cook macaroni till al dente (about 5 minutes). Drain, rinse with cold water till pasta has cooled. Drain well, cover and set aside. (I leave it in the strainer with the stockpot lid on top.).
  • Put stockpot back on the stove. Melt remaining butter at medium heat.
  • Add flour and whisk until smooth, reducing heat if necessary to avoid burning.
  • Slowly whisk in milk until smooth. Cook for 3 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Lower heat and (with a large wooden spoon) add mustard, Worcestershire, onions, and cheese. Stir until cheese has melted. Taste and season with salt, pepper, Tabasco, etc. to your taste. Remove from heat.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease one 9x13" baking dish.
  • Pour cooked macaroni back into stockpot and stir well to coat in sauce.
  • Pour macaroni mixture into your greased baking dish. Use a wooden spoon to level out the mixture.
  • Top with buttered breadcrumbs.
  • Bake at 350 F for 30-40 minutes until topping is golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1237.5, Fat 71.2, SaturatedFat 43.7, Cholesterol 197.6, Sodium 1139.4, Carbohydrate 110.7, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 4.9, Protein 39

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Cheese: Use a combination of cheeses with different textures and flavors for a rich and complex mac and cheese. Sharp cheddar, Parmesan, Gruyère, fontina, and Asiago are all great options.
  • Cook the Pasta Properly: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, but slightly undercook it so it still has a little bite. This will prevent it from becoming mushy when you bake it.
  • Make a Roux: A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that helps to thicken the cheese sauce. Be sure to cook the roux for a few minutes before adding the milk, to get rid of the raw flour taste.
  • Add Flavorful Ingredients: Feel free to add other ingredients to your mac and cheese for extra flavor. Diced ham, bacon, cooked vegetables, or even a little bit of hot sauce can all be great additions.
  • Bake Until Golden Brown: Bake the mac and cheese until the top is golden brown and bubbly. This will give it a nice crust and help to keep it from drying out.

Conclusion:

With its creamy, cheesy goodness and endless variations, it's no wonder that mac and cheese is a beloved comfort food all over the world. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or something with a little more flair, there's a mac and cheese recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a simple yet satisfying meal, give one of these recipes a try – you won't be disappointed!

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