DOUBLE-CHEESE MACARONI

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A friend passed this recipe on to me and I made some changes that created this definite crowd pleaser. I make it for every family get-together and I haven't found anyone, child or adult, who doesn't love this ooey, gooey macaroni and cheese. -Sabrina DeWitt, Cumberland, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
3 cups 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
3 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup 2% milk
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
TOPPING:
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, place cottage cheese in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Set aside. , In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper and garlic salt until smooth. Gradually add cream and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Drain macaroni; transfer to a large bowl. Add the cheddar cheese, cottage cheese and white sauce; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. (Dish will be full.) Combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681 calories, Fat 37g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 1251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

Melissa Pruitt
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This recipe is a must-try!


NUR AHMED SANTO
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I'm going to make this recipe for my next dinner party.


Alana Cope
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This recipe looks delicious!


Blank Grimreaper
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Shane Higgins
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal.


Mimi Dorsu
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I added some cooked chicken to this recipe and it was delicious!


Ugo Reign
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


Della Morris
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves macaroni and cheese.


Wardah Zafari
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This recipe is a keeper!


Asim Khan Khan
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a family favorite.


Caitlin Pegher
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried.


Pine Wood
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Smart Mawere
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I love that this recipe uses two different types of cheese. It gives the macaroni and cheese a really rich and flavorful taste.


Streat Kashizz
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This was my first time making macaroni and cheese from scratch, and it was easier than I thought! The recipe was easy to follow and the macaroni and cheese turned out delicious.


Ronewa Matsa
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a simple dish to make, but it's always a crowd-pleaser.


mb mubarak 060
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The macaroni was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I added some extra black pepper for a little kick, and it was delicious.