JACKED UP MACARONI AND CHEESE
The easiest way to make boxed macaroni and cheese taste like homemade. Check out the list below to see the variations and add-ins that can take this macaroni to a whole new level. This came from What's For Dinner Family Meal Plans. I have not tried this; posting for future use.
Provided by internetnut
Categories Cheese
Time 46m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add both boxes of macaroni (pasta only) into a casserole dish and add water.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 8 minutes.
- After 8 minutes lift foil, stir gently, replace foil and bake for another 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add 2 tablespoons melted butter to the crushed Ritz crushed crackers and mix.
- Lay strips of bacon on a plate and cover with a paper towel.
- Microwave at 30 second intervals until bacon is crispy.
- Once bacon is cool, crumble into pieces.
- When pasta is ready, remove from oven and stir in 1/2 cup butter, milk and 1 cup cheddar cheese.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon and crushed crackers.
- Return to oven, uncovered, until topping is golden brown and bubbling (about 15 minutes). Serve.
- Additional add-ins: grilled chicken, broccoli, peas, tuna, salsa or ground beef.
- Healthy Alternatives: Use whole grain or veggie pasta. Add whole grain crushed crackers for topping.
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Sulaiman Kabuye
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! It was a great way to use up some leftover cheese. I would definitely make it again.
Jennifer Okpala
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but it was still very good. I think next time I'll use less jalapeños. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would definitely recommend it.
Asif faqeer Asiffaqeer
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I especially love the crunchy topping. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mostofa Mohamed
[email protected]This is my new favorite mac and cheese recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the crispy topping and the gooey cheese. I've even started experimenting with different cheeses, like Gruyère and smoked Gouda.
Chandra Jit
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The macaroni was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was so smooth and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy mac a
Ko Arr Noe LPN
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but it was still very good. I think next time I'll use less jalapeños. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes spicy food.
Javed Raz
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe was really good! The cheese sauce was so smooth and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mac and cheese.
Boitumelo Matobako
[email protected]This is the best mac and cheese recipe I've ever tried! It's so creamy and cheesy, with a perfect balance of flavors. I love the addition of the bacon and jalapeños, which give it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again and again!
Maimuna Amis
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! It was a great way to use up some leftover cheese. I would definitely make it again.
Adotb Gaming (M.Bilal Aslam)
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but it was still very good. I think next time I'll use less jalapeños. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would definitely recommend it.
Gabla Prince
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I especially love the crunchy topping. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sumona Parvin Sumi
[email protected]This is my new favorite mac and cheese recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the crispy topping and the gooey cheese. I've even started experimenting with different cheeses, like Gruyère and smoked Gouda.
SHOAIB TV
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The macaroni was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was so smooth and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
MD: Nousher Ali
[email protected]This mac and cheese was incredible! It was so creamy and cheesy, with a perfect balance of flavors. I loved the addition of the bacon and jalapeños, which gave it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again!