PIMIENTO MAC AND CHEESE

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Classic mac and cheese gets a touch of Southern charm when the flavors inspired by pimiento cheese are added. Flecks of roasted bell pepper, a little mustard powder and cayenne for zip, and a good amount of sharp cheddar cheese made up the flavor base. And since this mac and cheese is baked in the oven, adding eggs, sour cream, and a little grated onion ensure there will be no dry scoops on plates come dinnertime.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield Serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

Unsalted butter, softened, for baking dish
1 red bell pepper
8 ounces elbow macaroni (2 cups)
Kosher salt
11 ounces extra-sharp cheddar, 5 ounces cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1 1/2 cups), 6 ounces coarsely grated (1 3/4 cups)
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2/3 cup sour cream
2 large eggs
1/3 cup grated onion (from 1)
1 cup half and half
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously brush a 2 1/2-to-3-quart baking dish with butter. Char red pepper over a gas flame on high (or, if you don't have a gas stove, on a rimmed baking sheet directly under the broiler) until blackened all over, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Transfer peppers to a bowl; cover with plastic wrap and let stand 10 minutes. Rub charred skin with a paper towel to remove. Peel, seed, and stem pepper, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Cook macaroni in a pot of generously salted boiling water until al dente, about 2 minutes less than package instructions. Drain well; transfer to prepared baking dish. Mix in cubed cheese and 1/2 cup roasted red pepper (reserve remainder for another use).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, mustard, cayenne, and nutmeg. Whisk in sour cream and eggs until smooth, then onion, half and half, cream, and Worcestershire until thoroughly combined. Pour over macaroni mixture; gently shake dish to blend. Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over top.
  • Bake until set around edges but still loose in center, 25 to 30 minutes (do not overbake; mixture will continue setting as it cools). Let cool on a wire rack until set but still warm, 10 to 20 minutes. Serve.

kim sarah
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Adeoye Adegoke
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This mac and cheese is so cheesy and delicious!


Waqas Ujagar
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This is my go-to recipe for mac and cheese.


arman hoseen
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I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out perfectly.


Waqas Joiya786
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This mac and cheese is always a hit at potlucks and parties.


Neo Malik
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have it on the table in under an hour.


Kwame Priscilla
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This pimiento mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and just the right amount of spicy.


hem bahadur (hayu)
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of pimientos, but I'm so glad I did! The pimientos added a subtle sweetness and smokiness to the mac and cheese that I really enjoyed.


AL ZOLDYCK
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This mac and cheese is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve it.


Jeanalyn Bacani
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I love the combination of sharp cheddar and pimientos in this mac and cheese. It's a unique and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion.


HOPKINS LOPEZ
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This was my first time making pimiento mac and cheese, and it turned out great! The sauce was smooth and cheesy, and the pimientos added a nice pop of flavor.


ThegtrsavgeOffical
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I've made this pimiento mac and cheese recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Malik sami
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This pimiento mac and cheese was a huge hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the creamy, cheesy sauce and the hint of spice from the pimientos.


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