JULIA BELLE'S WORLD-FAMOUS MACARONI AND CHEESE

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This recipe recently appeared in my electric co-op's magazine as one of the "classic recipes every South Carolina cook should know". I put it here for safe-keeping!

Provided by CeeGee

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup melted butter
2 cups chicken stock
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
1 dash black pepper
2 cups shredded colby cheese
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, separated
8 cups water
1 tablespoon salt
4 cups elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • In saucepan over low heat, mix flour and butter together until blended, making a roux. Cook about 3 minutes. Blend in chicken stock and milk. Continue to cook on low about 6 minutes. When sauce begins to thicken, add garlic, mustard, sea salt, pepper, colby and Parmesan cheeses, and add 3 cups of cheddar cheese (reserve 1 1/2 cups cheddar for topping). Cook about 5 more minutes on low. Set sauce aside while macaroni cooks.
  • In a pot over high heat, bring water to a boil, and add salt. After salt dissolves, add macaroni. Cook about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain macaroni noodles, and add them to the sauce.
  • Place mixture in buttered casserole dish, and top with 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Bake at 375 F about 30 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Mr Qazi
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This macaroni and cheese recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some extra cheese and spices next time.


Tomek S.
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like there are a lot of ingredients and steps involved.


Tesanique Simpson
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This macaroni and cheese recipe is a bit more involved than some others, but it's definitely worth the effort. The cheese sauce is amazing!


Auvishek Sen
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe might just change my mind. It looks so cheesy and delicious.


Miguel Marrazo
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I'm always looking for new macaroni and cheese recipes, and this one looks like a winner. Thanks for sharing!


Leslie Hollady
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This recipe looks delicious. I'll definitely be trying it soon.


Lemire
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Robinson Njau
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This recipe is a keeper!


Lindsey Snyder
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Best macaroni and cheese ever!


Puseletso Princess
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This macaroni and cheese is amazing! The cheese sauce is so smooth and creamy, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ryan Vahey
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add some extra cheese to the sauce, and sometimes I also add some cooked bacon. Yum!


Bichr EspaDa
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This is the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


md safaet
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I made this macaroni and cheese for my kids and they loved it! It's definitely a kid-friendly recipe. I'll be making it again soon.


Nikelwa Pumane
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about the macaroni and cheese, and I couldn't stop eating it myself. Thanks for sharing such a great recipe!


Asmatullah Hamdard
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I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. The secret is in the cheese sauce - it's so rich and flavorful. I'll never use another recipe again.


Thuli Ama
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This macaroni and cheese recipe was so easy to make and turned out perfectly! The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the macaroni was cooked just right. I will definitely be making this again.