Cornbread-Topped Apple Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: Cornbread-Topped Apple Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. butter; 2 tbsp. butter; 1 tbsp. olive oil; 1 c. diced yellow onion; 2 c. cornbread muffin crumbles (store-bought); 2 c. uncooked elbow noodles; 1/4 c. all-purpose flour; 1 c. half-and-half; 1 c. whole milk; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. Black pepper; 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1 lb. brick Tillamook Special Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar cheese; 1 1/2 c. diced Granny Smith apples (or other tart apples)

Servings: persons

1/4 c. butter
2 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 c. diced yellow onion
2 c. cornbread muffin crumbles (store-bought)
2 c. uncooked elbow noodles
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. half-and-half
1 c. whole milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. Black pepper
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 lb. brick Tillamook Special Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 c. diced Granny Smith apples (or other tart apples)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter and heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat.
2
Add onion and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
3
Add cornbread crumbles, stir to combine, and remove from heat.
4
Set aside.
5
To prepare macaroni and cheese, begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil.
6
Add noodles and cook according to package directions for al dente.
7
Drain well and set aside.
8
In a medium saucepan, melt remaining 1/4 cup butter over medium heat.
9
Add flour and cook about 2 minutes or until rue is golden.
10
Slowly whisk in half-and-half and milk; stir until mixture has thickened and slightly darkened, about 3 minutes.
11
Season with the salt, pepper, and cinnamon.
12
Slowly add grated sharp Cheddar cheese, a little at a time, and stir until completely melted.
13
Remove pan from heat.
14
Mix in reserved noodles and apples.
15
Stir until well combined.
16
Pour pasta mixture into a greased 2 1/2 quart casserole dish and top with reserved cornbread mixture.
17
Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until bubbly, and golden on top.
18
Remove from oven and allow to cool 10 minutes.
19
Serve warm.

1359

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. butter, 2 tbsp. butter, 1 tbsp. olive oil, 1 c. diced yellow onion, and more.

Yes, Cornbread-Topped Apple Macaroni and Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Cornbread-Topped Apple Macaroni and Cheese

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