Italian Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: Italian Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packagelarge elbow macaroni; ½ cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, divided; 1 (10 ounce) package white cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; ¾ cup shredded parmesan cheese; 6 large eggs, beaten; 4 cups milk; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper; 4 large plum tomatoes, seeded and diced; ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

1 (8 ounce) packagelarge elbow macaroni
½ cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, divided
1 (10 ounce) package white cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup shredded parmesan cheese
6 large eggs, beaten
4 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
4 large plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

1
To make the Tomato-Basil topping: stir together all the ingredients; set aside.
2
Cook macaroni by following the package directions; drain and set aside.
3
Coat a 13x9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
4
Sprinkle 1/4 cup breadcrumbs evenly over the bottom of the baking dish; tilt dish to coat sides evenly with breadcrumbs.
5
Layer 1/3 macaroni, 1/3 shredded cheese, and 1/3 of the remaining 1/4 cup breadcrumbs in the baking dish.
6
Repeat layers twice, ending with breadcrumbs.
7
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and next 3 ingredients; pour evenly over layered mixture.
8
Bake in a 350 degree oven for 55-60 minutes or until golden and set.
9
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
10
Sprinkle evenly with Tomato-Basil Topping.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 ounce) packagelarge elbow macaroni, ½ cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, divided, 1 (10 ounce) package white cheddar cheese, shredded, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, and more.

Yes, Italian 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.

Italian Macaroni and Cheese

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