Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe

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"Even people who have had their own macaroni and cheese recipe for years ask for mine when they taste this crumb-topped version," writes Schelby Thompson of Dover, Delaware. Tip: "Make it with extra-sharp white cheddar cheese for more flavor," Schelby recommends.
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Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe
  • Prep: 15 min. Bake: 30 min.
  • Yield: 6-8 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 3/4 cup butter, divided
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4-1/2 cups milk
  • 4 cups (16 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Directions

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, saute the onion in 1/2 cup butter. Add the flour; whisk until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened. Stir in the cheese, mustard, salt and pepper until smooth.
  • Drain macaroni and add to sauce; stir until coated. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Melt the remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over macaroni mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 638 calories, 39 g fat (26 g saturated fat), 125 mg cholesterol, 1,113 mg sodium, 49 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 24 g protein.

Originally published as Baked Mac and Cheese in Quick Cooking May/June 2005, p61

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Reviewed on Nov. 06, 2011 by katlaydee3

This was really good. I made it for a family dinner and everyone liked it. I used Tillamook White Cheddar.

Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2011 by aorla846

The best mac & cheese I've ever had!

Reviewed on Feb. 26, 2011 by Mommados

My family really enjoyed this. I used a blend of cheddars (white and yellow) and thought it was full of flavor.

Reviewed on Dec. 09, 2009 by TinaMurray

The family loved it! Added bacon to bump up the flavor...Will make this one again

Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2009 by Seminoles

I really liked it. I used sharp cheddar and added just a little salt for more flavor.

Reviewed on Feb. 04, 2009 by arazzio

this dish was very easy to make. i added garlic and parsley for a little extra flavor i reccomend this recipe

Reviewed on Nov. 12, 2008 by Johna Hansen

Has no flavor. I would not recommend this recipe

Reviewed on May. 13, 2008 by RylieMommy

 It just wasn't what I was looking for.  Something seemed to be missing.  Also, it was impossible to make with two babies at my heels.

Reviewed on Feb. 02, 2008 by tasty23

This recipe sounds good and very close to my own recipe but I use dejion mustard for example

 
 

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