Creamy Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Name: Creamy Macaroni And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste; 1/4 teaspoon garlic granules; 2 cups half-and-half; 2 cups milk; 2 (10 ounce) packages sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (I use Cracker Barrel); 1 (10 ounce) package extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (I use Cracker Barrel); 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon garlic granules
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups milk
2 (10 ounce) packages sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (I use Cracker Barrel)
1 (10 ounce) package extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (I use Cracker Barrel)
1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked

1
In a big skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
2
Whisk the flour in gradually until the mixture is smooth.
3
Cook and whisk continually for 2 minutes.
4
Add in salt, pepper, cayenne, and garlic; stir to combine.
5
Gradually whisk in half-and-half and milk.
6
Cook and whisk continually for 8-10 minutes or until mixture is thickened.
7
Add in half of the sharp cheddar cheese; stir.
8
Add in all of the extra-sharp cheddar cheese; stir until smooth.
9
Take skillet off stove burner.
10
Mix together the cooked macaroni and cheese mixture; transfer to a greased 13x9 inch casserole dish.
11
Sprinkle with the remaining sharp cheddar cheese.
12
Bake in a 350u00b0 oven for 20 minutes (may need to bake longer for a crispy top).

635

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste, and more.

Yes, Creamy 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.

Creamy Macaroni And Cheese

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