HOMEY MAC & CHEESE

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I also call this "my grandson's mac and cheese." Zachary has been to Iraq and Afghanistan with both the Marines and Navy, and I've been privileged to make his favorite casserole for him for over 20 years. -Alice Beardsell, Osprey, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups 2% milk
5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes., Reduce heat. Stir in 3 cups cheese and Worcestershire sauce until cheese is melted. , Drain macaroni; stir into sauce. Transfer to a greased 10-in. ovenproof skillet. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes. Top with remaining cheese; sprinkle with paprika. Bake until bubbly and cheese is melted, 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Fat 28g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 701mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Calvin Williams
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it always turns out great. The cheese sauce is so smooth and creamy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which give it a nice crispy texture.


Daniel Lyons-Dillingham
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again for future potlucks.


jshaun autery
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This recipe was a bit more work than I was expecting, but it was worth it. The cheese sauce was amazing, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which gave it a nice crispy texture. I will definitely be ma


Tito Sarker
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I've tried many mac and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cheese sauce is so smooth and creamy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which give it a nice crispy texture. I will definite


Andrew Henry
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This recipe is a winner! The mac and cheese was cheesy, creamy, and flavorful. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the bread crumbs on top added the perfect touch of crunch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Unzila Sweeti
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The cheese sauce was so smooth and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which gave it a nice crispy texture. I will defi


Md Mehedi Hasan Shuvo
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This recipe is amazing! I've never made mac and cheese before, but this recipe was so easy to follow and turned out amazing. The cheese sauce was perfectly creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked just right. I will definitely be making this ag


Michael Hastings
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This recipe is a bit too cheesy for my taste. I would recommend using less cheese, or using a different type of cheese. I also found the pasta to be a bit overcooked. I will definitely be making this again, but I will adjust the recipe to my liking.


Rooka Tharwat
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. I love the fact that it's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. The cheese sauce is so smooth and creamy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this ag


Nicolas Cristian
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I made a few changes to suit my own taste. I used a different type of cheese, and I added some cooked bacon and peas. I also omitted the bread crumbs. It turned out great, and I will definitely be making it


Ochieng Denis
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my mac and cheese turned out really watery. The cheese sauce wasn't thick enough, and the pasta was overcooked. I'm going to try making it again, but I'll be more careful this time.


Md Oliullah
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better. I also added some diced jalapeños, which gave it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again, but I will adjust the seasoning to my liking.


Md mamun Mia
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it always turns out great. The cheese sauce is so smooth and creamy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which give it a nice crispy texture.


nayebare Amarah
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again for future potlucks.


Hafeez ur rehman
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This recipe was a bit more work than I was expecting, but it was worth it. The cheese sauce was amazing, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which gave it a nice crispy texture. I will definitely be ma


Gita Malla
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I've tried many mac and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cheese sauce is so smooth and creamy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which give it a nice crispy texture. I will definite


Andrea Dias
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This recipe is a winner! The mac and cheese was cheesy, creamy, and flavorful. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the bread crumbs on top added the perfect touch of crunch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Gerardo pichula
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I'm not usually a fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The cheese sauce was so smooth and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the bread crumbs on top, which gave it a nice crispy texture. I will d


Pamela Espinosa
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This was such a great recipe! I've never made mac and cheese before, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out amazing. The cheese sauce was perfectly creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked just right. I will definitely be making this