Macaroni and Cheese With Roasted Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Macaroni and Cheese With Roasted Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme; ¼ teaspoon salt, divided; 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1 lb uncooked macaroni; ½ cup all-purpose flour; 5 cups low-fat milk; 1 ½ cups extra sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 cup Fontina cheese, shredded; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese; ⅓ cup dry breadcrumbs; ½ teaspoon paprika

Servings: persons

8 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
¼ teaspoon salt, divided
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 lb uncooked macaroni
½ cup all-purpose flour
5 cups low-fat milk
1 ½ cups extra sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup Fontina cheese, shredded
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
⅓ cup dry breadcrumbs
½ teaspoon paprika

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["Preheat oven to 400.", "Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat foil with cooking spray.", "Arrange tomato slices in a single layer on baking sheet.", "Drizzle oil over tomatoes, sprinkle with thyme, 1/4 tsp salt and garlic.", "Bake at 400 for 35 minutes or until tomatoes start to dry out.", "Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.", "Drain well.", "Place flour in a large dutch oven, gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk until blended.", "Cook over medium heat 8 minutes or until thick and bubbly, stirring constantly with whisk.", "Add cheddar, fontina, remaining 1/2 tsp salt and pepper, stirring until cheese melts.", "Remove from heat.", "Stir in tomatoes and pasta.", "Spoon into a 13x9"" baking dish coated with cooking spray.", "Combine grated Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs and paprika, sprinkle over pasta mixture.", "Bake at 400 for 25 minutes or until bubbly."]

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme, ¼ teaspoon salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Macaroni and Cheese With Roasted Tomatoes 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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Macaroni and Cheese With Roasted Tomatoes

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