White Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: White Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces crusty French bread; 1 medium onion, halved and sliced crosswise; 1 lb rigatoni pasta; 8 ounces mascarpone cheese; 5 ounces spreadable herb cheese spread; ½ cup milk; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon white pepper; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 8 ounces white cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

3 ounces crusty French bread
1 medium onion, halved and sliced crosswise
1 lb rigatoni pasta
8 ounces mascarpone cheese
5 ounces spreadable herb cheese spread
½ cup milk
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon white pepper
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 pinch cayenne pepper
8 ounces white cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven 350 degrees F.
2
Lightly coat a shallow 2 1/2 quart baking dish with nonstick spray.
3
Cut bread into cubes and spread evenly on a jelly roll pan.
4
Bake for 10 minutes until golden brown.
5
Fill a large pot with water and bring to boil.
6
Add onion and pasta to pot and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
7
In a large bowl, whisk together the marscarpone, herb cheese, milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne until well blended.
8
Stir in shredded cheese.
9
Drain the pasta and onion in a colander.
10
Add pasta to cheese mixture and toss to coat.
11
Spread pasta and cheese in baking dish and sprinkle with bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
12
Bake for 30 minutes until filling is bubbly.
13
Remove to wire rack and allow to cool for 10 minutes.

1070

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ounces crusty French bread, 1 medium onion, halved and sliced crosswise, 1 lb rigatoni pasta, 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, and more.

Yes, White 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

White Macaroni and Cheese

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Variations & substitutions

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