OVER-THE-TOP MAC 'N' CHEESE

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This delicious dish is the ultimate comfort food. A blend of five cheeses, it makes a beautiful entree or a special side. I served it at our Thanksgiving dinner, and it received rave reviews. -Connie L McDowell, Greenwood, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
1/2 cup shredded Muenster cheese
1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine Muenster, cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses; set aside. , In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat. Stir in cream, eggs, process cheese, seasonings and 1-1/2 cups of cheese mixture. Drain pasta; add to cheese mixture and stir to coat. , Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese mixture and dot with remaining butter. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 160°, 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585 calories, Fat 33g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 161mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Younus Hamza
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This mac n' cheese is a classic comfort food. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the breadcrumb topping is crispy and golden brown. I love to serve this with a side of roasted vegetables.


Akintunde Yussuf
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I love this mac n' cheese recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the breadcrumb topping is crispy and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jessica Sampson
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This mac n' cheese was a hit with my family! The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the breadcrumb topping added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Vanessa Jones
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I followed the recipe exactly and my mac n' cheese turned out perfect! The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the breadcrumb topping was crispy and golden brown. This is definitely a keeper recipe.


Maria Sheikh
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This is the best mac n' cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the breadcrumb topping is the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Robert Wagner
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This mac n' cheese was easy to make and turned out great! The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the breadcrumb topping was crispy and golden brown. I will definitely be making this again.


Carolyn muhindo
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The cheese sauce lacked flavor and the breadcrumb topping was not very crispy. I think I would have preferred a recipe with more spices and herbs.


Myra Laparan
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This mac n' cheese was a bit too rich for my taste. The cheese sauce was very thick and heavy. I think I would have preferred a lighter sauce. The breadcrumb topping was good though.


Crystal Phillips
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This is my go-to mac n' cheese recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to add a little bit of smoked paprika to the cheese sauce for a smoky flavor. So good!


Mohsian Ali
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Easy and delicious! I made this for my family and they all loved it. The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the breadcrumb topping was crispy and golden brown. I'll definitely be making this again.


brooke croft
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This was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved it. I used a blend of sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, and it was so flavorful. The breadcrumb topping added a nice texture. Will definitely be making this again!


Crosby Jenkins
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Amazing! Best mac n' cheese I've ever had. The combination of different cheeses and the crunchy topping was perfect. I added some cooked bacon and diced jalapenos for a little extra flavor. Definitely a keeper!


Sharleen Van Der Westhuizen
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This mac n' cheese is the bomb! It's creamy, cheesy, and has a perfect amount of crunch from the breadcrumb topping. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Will definitely be making this again!