MAC AND CHEESE RECIPES

A Creative Collection Of Recipes That Recreate The Classic Mac And Cheese.

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Table Of Contents

Introduction

Mac and Cheese Recipes

Classic Mac and Cheese

Cheddar and Swiss Cheesy Macaroni

2-Step Mac and Cheese

Gourmet Style Cheesy Macaroni

Quatro Formaggi Macaroni

Mac and Cheese with a Kick

Creamy 5-Cheese Macaroni

Baked Mac and Blue Cheese

Cheddar Chicken Macaroni

Slow-cooked Mac and Cheese

Vegan Mac and Cashew Cheese

Mac and Chipotle Cheese

Mexican Style Mac and Cheese

Spicy Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon

Fried Mac and Cheese Bites

Southern Cheesy Macaroni

Baked Tex-Mex Macaroni

Broccoli, Mac and Cheese Crockpot

Skillet Sausage Mac and Cheese

No-bake Cheddar and Parmesan Bake

One Last Thing…

Introduction

It’s rare for a dish to bear all the things you love about home cooking but still carry the distinctive elegance of a restaurant-quality, gourmet dish. And of all the things that you could possibly think of, the humble mac and cheese, in all its gooey, creamy goodness, is the one that captures these qualities in one bubbling dish.

Many would argue that the secret to recreating the ultimate home-cooked comfort food is through technique. We agree, which is why, we are giving you, in the numerous iterations of the classic dish below, the secrets to making sure that you produce a thick, flavorful and impossibly delicious pasta favorite. We explore various combinations of spices and more importantly, mix and match cheese options—from classic cheddar to more exotic blends like Parmigiano or gourmet picks like Gruyere. Indeed, tt’s a collection of recipes that put the spotlight on creative new flavors while staying true to the down-home goodness of your favorite baked classic.

Mac and Cheese Recipes

Recipes Included in this Book:

Classic Mac and Cheese

Cheddar and Swiss Cheesy Macaroni

2-Step Mac and Cheese

Gourmet Style Cheesy Macaroni

Quatro Formaggi Macaroni

Mac and Cheese with a Kick

Creamy 5-Cheese Macaroni

Baked Mac and Blue Cheese

Cheddar Chicken Macaroni

Slow-cooked Mac and Cheese

Vegan Mac and Cashew Cheese

Mac and Chipotle Cheese

Mexican Style Mac and Cheese

Spicy Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon

Fried Mac and Cheese Bites

Southern Cheesy Macaroni

Baked Tex-Mex Macaroni

Broccoli, Mac and Cheese Crockpot

Skillet Sausage Mac and Cheese

No-bake Cheddar and Parmesan Bake

Classic Mac and Cheese

Prep time: 60 minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup finely chopped onion

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups milk

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked

2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

1 (8 ounce) package processed American cheese, cut into strips

Directions:

1. Set oven to 350 degrees.

2. Sauté onions in butter and add flour.

3. Add milk, pepper and mustard while constantly stirring. Allow mixture to simmer and thicken.

4. Add cheeses to the milk mixture and stir until cheese melts.

5. Toss macaroni and cheese sauce together and mix thoroughly. Transfer to a baking dish.

6. Bake for around half an hour until bubbly.

Cheddar and Swiss Cheesy Macaroni

Prep time: 60 minutes

Servings: 6-8

Ingredients:

2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked

4 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups milk

1/4 onion, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

1/4 pound processed cheese food

1/4 pound shredded Cheddar cheese

1/4 pound shredded Swiss cheese

Directions:

1. Set oven to 350 degrees.

2. Melt butter in a saucepan, sauté onions. Add flour, stir until smooth and add milk. Allow mixture to boil and then set aside.

3. Combine cheeses together in a separate bowl.

4. Toss pasta with the milk mixture and layer a third of the mixture in a baking dish. Top with 1/3 of the cheese mixture. Repeat until you have gone through all the ingredients.

5. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

2-Step Mac and Cheese

Prep time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup

1 (8 ounce) package Cheddar, shredded

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup milk

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

4 cups cooked macaroni pasta, cooked

Directions:

1. Combine cheeses with milk, black pepper, soup and pasta in a baking dish.

2. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-30 minutes until bubbly.

Gourmet Style Cheesy Macaroni

Prep time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

1 (12 ounce) package macaroni, cooked

1/4 cup butter

1/2 cup minced onion

1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup half-and-half cream

1 1/2 cups milk

1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed

1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1/3 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup bread crumbs

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Set oven to 375 degrees.

2. Sauté onions in butter until fragrant and add garlic.

3. Add flour and stir constantly.

4. Add half-and-half and allow mixture to simmer.

5. Add 1 cup of Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, Swiss Cheese, Monterey Jack and Cheddar. Keep stirring until mixture is smooth and thick.

6. Add macaroni and mix thoroughly with sauce. Transfer to a baking dish.

7. Toss crumbs and remaining parmesan cheese together in a separate bowl and sprinkle on top of the baking dish.

8. Bake for 5-10 minutes until the top is brown and bubbly.

Quatro Formaggi Macaroni

Prep time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

1/2 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked

1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded provolone cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

1 egg, beaten

1 cup milk

Directions:

1. Set oven to 350 degrees.

2. Grease the bottom of a baking dish and cover bottom with grated cheddar cheese.

3. Place a layer of macaroni and top with Provolone.

4. Place another layer of macaroni and top with Mozzarella.

5. Place another layer of macaroni and top with Monterey Jack.

6. Whisk milk and eggs together and pour mixture over the baking dish.

7. Bake for 20 minutes until brown and bubbly.

Mac and Cheese with a Kick

Prep time: 40 minutes

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups macaroni pasta, cooked

4 tablespoons butter, divided

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

3 cups whole milk

1 teaspoon dry mustard

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper

3 teaspoons hot pepper sauce

1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese

1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/3 cup dry bread crumbs

2 teaspoons chili powder

Directions:

1. Set oven to 375 degrees.

2. Combine flour and melted butter in a sauce pan while constantly stirring. Add mustard, milk and season with salt and pepper.

3. Add hot pepper sauce and allow mixture to boil.

4. Remove from heat and add Pepperjack cheese, cheddar and parmesan into the mixture.

5. Add pasta and mix thoroughly.

6. Pour mixture into a baking dish and bake for half an hour.

Creamy 5-Cheese Macaroni

Prep time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup shredded provolone cheese

1/2 cup ricotta cheese

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Directions:

1. Set oven to 400 degrees.

2. Combine all the cheeses, except ricotta, together in a large bowl. Take about 1 cup of the mixture and set aside.

3. In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese with sour cream and heavy cream. Season with Italian seasoning, parsley and salt.

4. Mix ricotta mixture with macaroni and the cheese. Combine well and transfer to a baking dish.

5. Top with remaining cheese and bake for around 10 minutes, until cheese is brown and melted.

Baked Mac and Blue Cheese

Prep time: 35 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked

2 tablespoons butter

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup sliced green bell pepper

1/2 cup sliced red bell pepper

3/4 cup heavy cream

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup plain yogurt

1 cup crumbled blue cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Sauté bell pepper in butter and season with salt and pepper.

2. Allow mixture to simmer and add cream, flour, yogurt, blue cheese and parmesan.

3. Add macaroni and mix thoroughly over medium heat.

4. Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 400 degrees 10 minutes.

Cheddar Chicken Macaroni

Prep time: 40 minutes

Servings: 2-3

Ingredients:

2 cups macaroni, cooked

2 cups diced, cooked chicken meat

2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup

1 cup milk

1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms

Directions:

1. Set oven to 350 degrees.

2. Combine chicken, cheddar, soup, mushrooms, milk and macaroni in a bowl.

3. Transfer mixture into a baking dish and bake for 50-60 minutes.

Slow-cooked Mac and Cheese

Prep time: 3-5 hours

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

2 cups evaporated milk

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon salt

1 egg, beaten

2 tablespoons butter

3 1/2 cups cubed Cheddar cheese

2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked

Directions:

1. Pour evaporated milk the slow cooker and add egg, butter and cheese. Season with paprika and stir. Cover and cook on high for an hour.

2. Add macaroni into the slow cooker and cook for 3-5 hours.

Vegan Mac and Cashew Cheese

Prep time: 60 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 (8 ounce) package whole wheat elbow macaroni, cooked

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1 cup cashews

1/3 cup lemon juice

1 1/3 cups water

Salt to taste

1/3 cup canola oil

4 ounces roasted red peppers, drained

3 tablespoons nutritional yeast

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Directions:

1. Set oven to 350 degrees.

2. Sauté onions in vegetable oil until fragrant. Add macaroni.

3. Combine cashews, water, lemon juice and salt in a food processor. Add canola oil, red peppers, garlic powder, onion powder and nutritional yeast. Process until smooth.

4. Toss mixture with macaroni and transfer to a baking dish.

5. Bake for 45 minutes.

Mac and Chipotle Cheese

Prep time: 40 minutes

Servings: 6-8

Ingredients:

1 pound elbow macaroni, cooked

1 quart half and half, divided

1 chipotle pepper from canned chipotles in adobo sauce, or more to taste

5 chicken bouillon cubes

3 cloves fresh garlic, roughly chopped

1 tablespoon Onion Powder

1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (optional)

1/4 cup Corn Starch

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

2 cups shredded pepperjack cheese

Topping:

1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese

Directions:

1. Set oven to 350 degrees.

2. Combine 2 cups of half and half, chipotle peppers, bouillon cubes and garlic in a food processor.

3. Pour mixture in a saucepan, add onion powder, pepper and remaining half and half with corn starch.

4. Stir constantly until mixture is thick.

5. Lower heat and add cheeses until mixture is smooth.

6. Add macaroni and mix well. Pour mixture in baking dish.

7. Sprinkle with pepperjack cheese and bake for 20-30 minutes until bubbly.

Mexican Style Mac and Cheese

Prep time: 50 minutes

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

1 instant Creamy Macaroni and Cheese, cooked

1 pound lean ground beef

1/8 teaspoon Salt and black pepper to taste

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 cup salsa

1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies

1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Directions:

1. Cook instant Creamy Macaroni and Cheese according to package instructions, but substitute cheddar for pepperjack cheese.

2. Sauté ground beef in a skillet until browned, until browned.

3. Add chili powder, salsa and chilies. Allow mixture to simmer and add cilantro.

4. Combine meat mixture with macaroni. Mix well.

Spicy Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon

Prep time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 (16 ounce) package macaroni pasta, cooked

10 slices turkey bacon

1 (1 pound) processed cheese food, cubed

3/4 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup fat free half-and-half

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

3/8 teaspoon smoked paprika

Directions:

1. Fry turkey bacon until crisp and crumble. Set aside.

2. Mix cheese, cream and half and half in a sauce pan. Stir constantly until sauce is smooth and bubbly.

3. Add paprika, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper and crumbled turkey bacon.

4. Add macaroni and mix thoroughly.

Fried Mac and Cheese Bites

Prep time: 8 hours

Servings: 2-3

Ingredients:

1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese mix, cooked

2 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup milk

1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

3/4 cup pimento cheese spread

1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend

Crumbs:

2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon white sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

4 eggs

3 tablespoons milk

4 cups peanut oil for frying, or as needed

Directions:

1. Cook macaroni and cheese mix according to package instructions.

2. Add cheddar cheese, pimento cheese spread and Italian cheese blend; mix thoroughly.

3. Refrigerate mixture for about 4 hours.

4. Once ready, use an ice cream scooper to create mac and cheese balls. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the freezer for at least 2 hours.

5. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees.

6. Combine eggs and milk in a bowl; combine all remaining crust ingredients together in a separate bowl.

7. Dip a mac and cheese ball in the milk and dredge in the crust mixture until well coated. Repeat until you have gone through all the mac and cheese balls and deep fry each for around 3-5 minutes.

Southern Cheesy Macaroni

Prep time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked

3 (8 ounce) containers cottage cheese

1 (16 ounce) container sour cream

3 eggs

2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon paprika

Directions:

1. Set oven to 350 degrees.

2. Combine cottage cheese, sour cream, eggs, cheddar and cayenne pepper with pasta.

3. Mix thoroughly and place in a baking dish.

4. Sprinkle with paprika and bake for 40 minutes.

Baked Tex-Mex Macaroni

Prep time: 40 minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

1 pound lean ground beef

1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

1 (7.3 ounce) package white Cheddar macaroni and cheese mix

2 tablespoons butter, or as needed

1/4 cup milk, or as needed

Directions:

1. Sauté beef until browned and add taco seasoning. Mix well and set aside.

2. Cook macaroni and cheese and cook according to package instructions.

3. Combine mac and cheese with ground beef and serve.

Broccoli, Mac and Cheese Crockpot

Prep time: 2-3 hours

Servings: 2-3

Ingredients:

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni, uncooked

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

2 (12 fluid ounce) cans evaporated milk

3 cups milk

1 (14 ounce) bag frozen chopped broccoli, thawed

Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Toss uncooked macaroni and vegetable oil in a crockpot.

2. Add cheddar, evaporated milk, milk, broccoli, salt and pepper.

3. Cover and cook on low until macaroni mixture is bubbly—around 2 to 3 hours. Stir often.

Skillet Sausage Mac and Cheese

Prep time: 25 minutes

Servings: 3

Ingredients:

1 (13.5 ounce) package Kielbasa Sausage, diced

1 cup fresh bread crumbs

3 3/4 cups water

1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk

3 cups elbow macaroni (or favorite small pasta)

2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce

1 teaspoon cornstarch

12 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded

8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

Directions:

1. Cook kielbasa in a non-stick pan and dice.

2. Throw diced kielbasa and bread crumbs back in the pan and mix well. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

3. In a sauce pan, combine water, evaporated milk and salt allow mixture to simmer.

4. Add hot sauce and cornstarch. Remove from heat.

5. Add cheeses and kielbasa mixture; toss with macaroni.

No-bake Cheddar and Parmesan Bake

Prep time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

1 cup elbow macaroni, cooked

1 (8 ounce) bag white cheddar kettle-style potato chips, crushed into medium-fine crumbs

1/3 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

2 tablespoons plain dry bread crumbs

1 tablespoon butter

4 cups pre-made white sauce

1/2 pound shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

1/4 pound shredded Gruyere cheese

1/4 teaspoon dry mustard

Directions:

1. Combine crumbs with Parmesan, bread crumbs and butter in a skillet. Cook until golden brown. Set aside.

2. In a separate saucepan, combine white sauce, cheddar, Gruyere and dry mustard in a saucepan. Stir until cheese has melted.

3. Toss macaroni with sauce and place in a baking dish.

4. Sprinkle with crumbs and serve.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Mac and Cheese Recipes

Classic Mac and Cheese

Cheddar and Swiss Cheesy Macaroni

2-Step Mac and Cheese

Gourmet Style Cheesy Macaroni

Quatro Formaggi Macaroni

Mac and Cheese with a Kick

Creamy 5-Cheese Macaroni

Baked Mac and Blue Cheese

Cheddar Chicken Macaroni

Slow-cooked Mac and Cheese

Vegan Mac and Cashew Cheese

Mac and Chipotle Cheese

Mexican Style Mac and Cheese

Spicy Mac and Cheese with Turkey Bacon

Fried Mac and Cheese Bites

Southern Cheesy Macaroni

Baked Tex-Mex Macaroni

Broccoli, Mac and Cheese Crockpot

Skillet Sausage Mac and Cheese

No-bake Cheddar and Parmesan Bake

One Last Thing…