GREAT GRAMMY'S MACARONI & CHEESE

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This has been requested frequently enough that I will finally submit it. This is known as Great Grammy's mac & cheese thanks to my children. It's my grandmother's recipe. I spent a day watching very carefully & making notes. ;) I don't always bake it. Sometimes I just pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni & start eating! The dish I bake this in is a Corningware Cornflower 3 quart dish - it is square with high sides vs. rectangular like a smaller 9x13x2.

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Macaroni And Cheese

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 pinch salt
1 1/2 cups whole milk, warmed
1/2-3/4 lb cheddar cheese, extra sharp, white, cubed
4 slices American cheese, white
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated, maybe more
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease casserole dish. Cook macaroni in boiling, well salted water until al dente. Drain.
  • Melt butter in top of double boiler. Add salt, ground mustard & flour, whick until smooth. Whisk in milk until smooth. Heat until thickened. *I will take the top of the double boiler & put it on direct heat BUT keep it low & do not stop stirring or it will burn & be ruined!*.
  • Add cheese & whisk until melted.
  • Put 1/2 cooked macaroni in casserole. Pour about 1/3 cheese sauce over macaroni. Stir well. Lay slices of American cheese over this. (4 slices fit my dish perfectly.) Add rest of macaroni & sauce. Stir carefully. Sprinkle top with Parmesan cheese to cover & some pepper to taste.
  • Bake 1 hour until top is browned & bubbly.

Fallon Vaughn
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!


Leechell Titus
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Betty Mentoor
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I've been making this macaroni and cheese for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


M. Shoaib
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This macaroni and cheese is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. It's also a great dish to make for a potluck or party.


Frahanalisiyal Ali
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so cheesy and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


Emtee The hustler
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This is the creamiest macaroni and cheese I've ever had. It's so rich and decadent.


Sharmila Dahal
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I added some cooked bacon to this macaroni and cheese and it was amazing. It's a great way to add some extra flavor and protein.


Mariana Ramirez
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I love that this recipe uses sharp cheddar cheese. It gives the macaroni and cheese a really nice flavor.


Alex Williamson
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


Lindo Goba
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I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of creamy and cheesy.


asif ramzan
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This macaroni and cheese is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Malik parvaz Malik parvaz
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I made this for my kids and they loved it. It's definitely a kid-friendly recipe.


Veline Awinja
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This macaroni and cheese is everything I was hoping for and more. It's rich, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying.


Alwan Hassan
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. It was a big hit at my party.


Dichonda Sandelin
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This is the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the perfect comfort food.


Chinyere Okoroafor
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I've made this macaroni and cheese several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


Sk munna Elahi
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Maksuda Akter
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This macaroni and cheese is a game-changer! It's creamy and cheesy, with a perfect balance of flavors.