Easy Shaked-Up Macaroni and Cheese

Submitted by Kittencalrecipezazz

"If you are not a garlic-lover then you may omit, I like to add in a pinch or so of cayenne pepper also, for best flavor use a sharp cheddar cheese for this such as Kraft Cracker Barrel Sharp Cheddar Cheese and for a main meal add in 2 cups chopped cooked ham or cooked chicken."

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked elbow macaroni (about 2 cups uncooked)
• 2 cups half-and-half cream (or use 1 cup each) or 2 cups milk (or use 1 cup each)
• 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon onion salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 (10 ounce) blocks sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (about 4-1/2 cups)
• 1 cup soft breadcrumbs
• 1⁄4 cup melted butter or 1/4 cup margarine

directions

1. Set oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
3. Cook the macaroni in boiling water until al dente (do not cook until very soft) drain, then place into a bowl.
4. Place the milk, flour, onion salt and garlic powder in a 1-quart jar; cover tightly and shake vigorously for 1 minute; pour the mixture over the macaroni and add in 3-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; mix thoroughly to combine, then spread into the baking dish.
5. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs then remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
6. Drizzle 1/4 cup melted butter or margarine over the top.
7. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until golden brown.

Reviews

[Roxanne J.R.]

I really enjoyed this recipe I used fresh minced garlic and sauteed some onions instead of using powder .The mac n' cheese turned out very tasty and delicious. I also used twists instead of elbows and it made a nice side dish. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Nif_H]

My youngest DS asked for mac and cheese and we knew you would have something good to offer! Oh my goodness, is this delicious!!! Very easy and quick to put together. I thought that it looked like an awful lot of milk, but it turned out great! I used rotini instead of macaroni. Thanks Kittencal! :)

 

[cooks-alot]

Great recipe. Very easy to prepare. I used sharp white cheese instead od reular cheddar. I'm sure either cheese is great, I just prefer the white. Thanks for a great recipe. sandy

 

[Marsha D.]

I've been wanting some baked mac and cheese and this recipe was wonderful. I loved the idea of putting the milk (which I used half whipping cream and half milk) and seasonings in a jar and shaking it up. It worked fabulously :) and the flavor from the seasonings were just excellent. This recipe sure was easy to make and one I will keep for future times. Thanks for sharing the recipe Kitten.

 

[CookingONTheSide]

This is delicious macaroni and cheese! It is very simple and has great flavor. Thanks for sharing!