Fancy Macaroni and Cheese - Easy Recipe

Name: Fancy Macaroni and Cheese - Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ tablespoon butter, for greasing baking dish; 6 ounces wide egg noodles; 1 ½ cups whipping cream; ¾ cup whole milk; ½ tablespoon all-purpose flour; ¼ teaspoon salt, plus; more salt, for pasta water; ⅛ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 cup packed Fontina cheese, divided (1/2 cup and 1/2 cup); ⅜ cup packed finely grated parmesan cheese, divided (1/4 cup and 1/8 cup); ⅜ cup packed grated mozzarella cheese, divided (1/4 cup and 1/8 cup); 2 ounces cooked ham, diced, optional (Note (I use a good baked ham from the deli, sliced thin, then I cut it in short thin strips); 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Italian parsley

Servings: persons

½ tablespoon butter, for greasing baking dish
6 ounces wide egg noodles
1 ½ cups whipping cream
¾ cup whole milk
½ tablespoon all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt, plus
more salt, for pasta water
⅛ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup packed Fontina cheese, divided (1/2 cup and 1/2 cup)
⅜ cup packed finely grated parmesan cheese, divided (1/4 cup and 1/8 cup)
⅜ cup packed grated mozzarella cheese, divided (1/4 cup and 1/8 cup)
2 ounces cooked ham, diced, optional (Note (I use a good baked ham from the deli, sliced thin, then I cut it in short thin strips)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Italian parsley

1
Preheat Oven to 450F.
2
Butter 8x8 square baking dish (set aside).
3
Cook noodles in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, approximately 5 minutes.
4
Drain well but DO NOT Rinse.
5
Whisk the cream, milk, flour, salt, and pepper in a medium sized bowl to blend.
6
Stir in 1/2 cup Fontina, 1/4 cup each Parmesan and Mozzarella, ham, and parsley.
7
Add the noodles and toss to coat.
8
Transfer the noodle mixture to the prepared baking dish.
9
Toss the remaining cheeses together to blend (that's 1/2 cup Fontina, 1/8 cup each Parmesan and Mozzarella).
10
Sprinkle the cheese mix over the noodles.
11
Bake until the sauce bubbles and the cheese melts and begins to brown on top, approximately 20 minutes.
12
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

721

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ tablespoon butter, for greasing baking dish, 6 ounces wide egg noodles, 1 ½ cups whipping cream, ¾ cup whole milk, and more.

Yes, Fancy Macaroni and Cheese - Easy 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.

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Fancy Macaroni and Cheese - Easy

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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