Elsie'S Baked Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: Elsie'S Baked Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups Borden(R) Triple Cheddar Natural Shreds; 1 cup Borden(R) Colby Jack Natural Shreds; 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni; 2 tablespoons Borden(R) Butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup Borden(R) Vitamin D Milk; 1 cup Borden(R) Half & Half; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; Salt to taste

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray the inside of a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray. Combine Cheddar and Colby Jack cheeses in a medium bowl and set aside.
2
Cook macaroni in boiling salted water according to package directions; drain well and set aside.
3
Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Blend in flour, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly. Gradually whisk in milk and half & half. Stir constantly, until mixture boils and thickens (about 2 to 3 minutes). Remove from heat and add cayenne and black peppers, and 2 cups of the reserved cheese mixture; stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
4
Stir cooked macaroni into the sauce and season to taste. Place in the prepared casserole dish. Top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese and dot with additional butter, if desired. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through and lightly browned.

257

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups Borden(R) Triple Cheddar Natural Shreds, 1 cup Borden(R) Colby Jack Natural Shreds, 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni, 2 tablespoons Borden(R) Butter, and more.

Yes, Elsie'S Baked Mac And Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Elsie'S Baked Mac And Cheese

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