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Macaroni and Cheese

By Rita P on December 13, 2003

Photo by Sheri-BDB

7 Reviews

Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Servings: 4-6

Photo by Sheri-BDB

About This Recipe

"Macaroni and cheese was a favorite dish of Thomas Jefferson. I feel certain Mr. Jefferson would have approved this version."

Ingredients

2 cups elbow macaroni ( 7 oz)
5 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated ( 4oz)
salt and pepper
8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
1/2 cup crumbled cracker, for topping

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and butter a shallow 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water until just tender.
Drain it while you prepare the cream sauce.
In a large saucepan, melt 4 tbs of butter, then whisk in the flour and add the milk.
Stir the mixture until it thickens, then add the cheddar cheese and stir it in until it melts, Season with salt and pepper.
Cut the Velveeta into 1/2 inch cubes and stir it into the white sauce, but do not allow it to melt completely.
Place the drained macaroni in the prepared baking dish, pour the cheese sauce over it, and stir gently to mix.
Sprinkle the crumbled crackers generously over the top and dot with the remaining butter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until browned and bubbly.

Private Note

No Notes

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 (193 g)

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving: %
Calories 757.2
Calories from Fat 393: 51%

Amount Per Serving: %
Total Fat 43.6g: 67%
Saturated Fat 26.4g: 132%
Cholesterol 129.7mg: 43%
Sugars 5.8 g
Sodium 1255.9mg: 52%
Total Carbohydrate 62.1g: 20%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g: 8%
Sugars 5.8 g: 23%
Protein 28.6g: 57%

Reviews

"I added more cheddar cheese and used part Carnation condensed milk and whole milk for a creamier texture.I also didn't put the crackers on top, but the recipe was still what I was looking for.The recipe was fairly easy to make and very good."

By Doreen_2 on September 19, 2006 | 313883
"Really good recipe, Rita. Nice and creamy. I added a pinch of cayenne to the cheese sauce to give it a little kick and, instead of crackers, I used Progresso Italian breadcrumbs for the topping. I'll be making this again. Thanks!"

By ~Patrish on December 26, 2003 | 80978
"Didn't really care for this recipe, too much white/flour sauce and not enough cheesy sauce. I guess you just get used to a taste, but I think half the milk/flour and use heavy cream instead of milk. I subbed pippete once I saw the cheese chunks and it held more sauce."

By bighedge on October 03, 2010 | 1152461
"This was an easy recipe and tasted great. Like the previous reviewer I did not add the crackers to the top and I will add a little more cheddar next time but this is a great recipe."

By mojo mom on August 12, 2009 | 924687
"Dh liked the consistency. I did not like the fact that it didnt have enough cheddar cheese taste to it, it tasted more like velveeta over cheese. "

By TheNovakFamily on April 22, 2006 | 267446
"I searched recipezaar for a great Mac & Cheese recipe that most closely matched one my late sister Dot, used to make. I found it! I made this for Easter to please my little grandson and to go with the Ham.... it was excellent. It received MANY complements. I made it as written..and I used Ritz brand crackers for the top. WONDERFUL! I'll make this again."

By pattycake in Michigan on April 19, 2006 | 266731
"This is wonderful tasting and so creamy. I followed it exactly and used Ritz crackers for the topping and it turned out perfect! Thanks a bunch Rita P...."

By Sheri-BDB on February 25, 2006 | 251265