Mac 'n' Cheese for a Bunch Recipe

Nutrition Facts

  • One serving:
  • (1 cup)
  • Calories:
  • 395
  • Fat:
  • 23 g
  • Saturated Fat:
  • 14 g
  • Cholesterol:
  • 68 mg
  • Sodium:
  • 510 mg
  • Carbohydrate:
  • 32 g
  • Fiber:
  • 1 g
  • Protein:
  • 17 g


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Mac 'n' Cheese for a Bunch

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You'll satisfy many taste buds with this rich and comforting dish from Dixie Terry from Goreville, Illinois. Tender macaroni is covered in a creamy, homemade cheese sauce, and then topped with golden bread crumbs. A true crowd pleaser!

SERVINGS: 36

CATEGORY: Main Dish

METHOD: Baked

TIME: Prep: 30 min. Bake: 35 min.

Ingredients:

  • 3 packages (two 16 ounces, one 7 ounces) elbow macaroni
  • 1-1/4 cups butter, divided
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 quarts milk
  • 3 pounds sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1-1/2 cups dry bread crumbs

Directions:

Cook macaroni according to package directions until almost tender. Meanwhile, in a large soup kettle, melt 1 cup butter. Stir in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add cheese, stirring until melted. Drain macaroni; stir into sauce.
    Transfer to three greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over casseroles. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 36 servings (1 cup each).


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