Mac and Cheese Skewers Recipe

Name: Mac and Cheese Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt, for pasta water; 1/3 pound rigatoni (about 40 pieces); 4 ounces easy melting American Cheese (recommended: Velveeta); 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves; 2 eggs, lightly beaten with 2 teaspoons water, for egg wash; 2 cups vegetable oil; 20 cherry tomatoes, halved; Special equipment: frilly toothpicks

Servings: persons

1
Fill a saucepan halfway with water and place over high heat.
2
Bring to a boil and salt the water liberally.
3
Add the rigatoni and cook 9 to 11 minutes, until al dente.
4
Drain, rinse well under cold water and set aside.
5
Cut the block of cheese into 1/2-inch slices and cut each slice into 4 equal pieces lengthwise.
6
Cut each piece in half.
7
You should have 40 pieces.
8
Slide 1 piece of the cheese into each rigatoni (the size should be near perfect.)
9
Pour the bread crumbs, Parmesan, and parsley into a small bowl and mix well.
10
Working in small batches, put the stuffed rigatoni into the egg wash first, then roll in the bread crumb mixture.
11
Place in a sealable container (they can be stacked on top of each other).
12
Place in the freezer for at least 2 hours and up to 2 weeks.
13
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
14
Pour the vegetable oil into a medium saucepan and place over medium heat for 5 minutes.
15
Test by dropping a cube of bread into the oil; if it turns golden within 1 minute the oil is ready.
16
Working in batches of 6 to 8 and using a slotted spoon, carefully drop the rigatoni into the oil.
17
Fry for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, until the bread crumbs are a golden brown.
18
Remove to a paper towel lined plate.
19
Repeat until all of the rigatoni have been fried.
20
Keep warm in the preheated oven.
21
To serve, skewer 1 piece of the mac and cheese and a cherry tomato half with a frilly toothpick.
22
Serve while still warm.
23
Cook's Note: Since these are time consuming and since they freeze well, it's worth making a larger batch than needed and storing them.

1366

kcal

Calories

136

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: Salt, for pasta water, 1/3 pound rigatoni (about 40 pieces), 4 ounces easy melting American Cheese (recommended: Velveeta), 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, Mac and Cheese Skewers 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!

Mac and Cheese Skewers

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