Lennies Really Different I Promise MacnCheese

Name: Lennies Really Different I Promise MacnCheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Elbow Macaroni; 1/4 cups Butter; 3 Tablespoons All-purpose Flour; 2 cups Milk; 1/2 pounds Cream Cheese, Softened; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard; ⅛ teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1/2 pounds Sharp (old) Cheddar Cheese (NOT Preshredded); 1 cup Fresh Breadcrumbs (NOT Dried); 2 Tablespoons Melted Butter; 2 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley (optional, But Nice)

Servings: persons

2 cups Elbow Macaroni
1/4 cups Butter
3 Tablespoons All-purpose Flour
2 cups Milk
1/2 pounds Cream Cheese, Softened
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/2 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
⅛ teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1/2 pounds Sharp (old) Cheddar Cheese (NOT Preshredded)
1 cup Fresh Breadcrumbs (NOT Dried)
2 Tablespoons Melted Butter
2 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley (optional, But Nice)

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook macaroni just until al dente; drain well when done.
3
While the pasta is boiling, melt the 1/4-cup butter in a large pot over medium heat, then whisk in the flour whisk until smooth, about a minute.
4
Whisk in milk, then cream cheese (its easier if you cube it up first, trust me), then the salt, pepper, mustard and cayenne.
5
A few shakes of hot sauce can be substituted for the cayenne, but please do either it doesnt make it hot or spicy, but does add flavour.
6
Keep cooking and whisking until sauce is thickened about three or four minutes.
7
You dont have to be anal about the whisking but do do it frequently.
8
Turn off burner; if using an electric stove, make sure you move the pot off the hot burner.
9
Cut the block of cheddar into half-inch cubes, then stir in the cheddar and drained macaroni to the sauce and combine well.
10
If adding ham or kielbasa, stir in now.
11
Pour pasta mixture into a casserole sprayed with Pam.
12
In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and sprinkle over top.
13
Dust with paprika if desired.
14
Its pretty!
15
Bake for only 15-20 minutes, or until top is golden brown and casserole is heated through.
16
Enjoy!

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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: 2 cups Elbow Macaroni, 1/4 cups Butter, 3 Tablespoons All-purpose Flour, 2 cups Milk, and more.

Yes, Lennies Really Different I Promise MacnCheese 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lennies Really Different I Promise MacnCheese

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