MACARONI AND CHEESE (FOR A CROWD)

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Categories     Christmas

Yield 10-12 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (8-ounce) packages elbow macaroni
1 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
8 cups whole milk
4 teaspoons salt
8 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (1/2 sharp, 1/2 mild)
1-2 cups mild Cheddar cheese, reserved to bake on top
4 eggs, beaten
Paprika

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain well and set aside. Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring with a whisk until smooth. Cook 1 minute, whisking constantly. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened and bubbly. Stir in salt and cheese, stirring until cheese melts. Gradually stir about one-fourth of hot mixture into eggs; add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly. Stir cheese sauce into macaroni; pour into two lightly greased 1 3/4-quart baking dishes. Sprinkle remaining cheese and paprika on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.

Sandie Slay
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe was actually pretty good. I might even make it again.


CH MUNEEB
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This macaroni and cheese is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's cheesy, creamy, and delicious.


md tuhi
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I made this macaroni and cheese for my kids and they ate it all up. It's a great recipe for busy families.


Najrul islam
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This macaroni and cheese was a huge hit at my party. Everyone loved it.


Dylan Dalziel
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I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of cheese and macaroni.


Jocelyn Harris
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This macaroni and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and delicious.


Berhane Tekle
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I'm not a fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe was actually pretty good. I might even make it again.


Raza Iftikhar
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This macaroni and cheese was easy to make and tasted delicious. I would definitely recommend it.


MD ASHEK
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I followed the recipe exactly and my macaroni and cheese turned out lumpy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Terrance Mckey
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This macaroni and cheese was a little too cheesy for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Md Dhaly
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I've made this macaroni and cheese recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


daqueen75b
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Onicha Ekene
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I made this macaroni and cheese for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and turned out perfect.


Metodi Dimitrov
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This macaroni and cheese was a hit at my potluck! Everyone raved about how creamy and cheesy it was. I'll definitely be making this again.