THE GREAT AMERICAN MACARONI AND CHEESE
This recipe comes from the Pasta & Co. cookbook and is a favorite of mine. So delicious. They say not to substitute a smooth tube dried pasta but to always use rigatoni for the best results. It is not a fiery dish, even though it calls for Tabasco and chili powder. These only work to enhance the cheddar flavor.
Provided by Jennifer Rosholt
Categories Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine grated Cheddar and mozzarella and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, heat milk until near boiling. Turn off heat. Melt butter in a heavy pan large enough to hold the pasta after it is cooked. (It will take at least a 14-inch saute pan or a large casserole that can take direct heat.) When foam from butter recedes, remove from heat, add flour, and mix well. Return to medium-low heat, and, stirring occasionally, simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to cook, but not brown, the flour. Gradually stir in hot milk. Raise heat to medium-high and continue stirring until mixture is smooth and thick (about 5 minutes). Add Parmesan and Romano cheeses. Whisk until smooth. Add Tabasco and white pepper and blend.
- Cook rigatoni in boiling salted water about 4 minutes. (It will be underdone, but will finish cooking later.) Thoroughly drain rigatoni and fold it into the cheese mixture.
- If cooking immediately, preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Layer one-half the rigatoni mixture into a 9x13 pan. Top with one-half of the Cheddar and mozzarella. Repeat layers. Top with chili powder, sprinkled evenly over top.
- If not baking immediately, cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate or freeze. When ready to bake, drizzle the 3/4 cup milk over the dish. Bake for approximately one hour. If frozen, add at least 20 minutes to baking time. The dish should be rusty brown on top. Should it appear to be browning too fast, cover with foil for part of cooking time. Be sure to check for doneness in the very center of the dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.5, Fat 52.1, SaturatedFat 31.4, Cholesterol 208, Sodium 970.8, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 44.2
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Ritah Magwaya
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.
Xriya XrihanFJ53
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni. I love that it's so versatile and you can add different ingredients to create different flavor combinations.
Danya Mahmood
[email protected]This is the perfect comfort food recipe. It's cheesy, creamy, and so satisfying. I love making it on a cold night.
Ivan Partida
[email protected]This recipe is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and always delicious. I love the creamy cheese sauce and the crispy breadcrumb topping.
ebrahim 555
[email protected]I'm a big fan of macaroni and cheese, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping adds a nice crunch. I also love that it's so easy to make.
Nteni Rhoni
[email protected]This is my go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love that I can use whatever cheese I have on hand.
Mr Jack
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking for the recipe. It's a great recipe for feeding a crowd.
Waseem Ali Chandio
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love that you can use different types of cheese to create different flavor combinations. I've made it with cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan, and it's always a hit.
Keagan Dolly rsa
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.
Courtney t
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up. It's a great comfort food recipe that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Rayhan Irfan
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping adds a nice crunchy texture. I will definitely be making this again.