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MAC 'N' CHEESE DINNER



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Don't settle for ordinary mac and cheese. This version is my kids' favorite, so I always make a huge pot. It's an easy recipe to cut down or double (or triple!). It can also be made into a low-fat recipe if you use nonfat milk, reduced-fat cheeses and lean ham. -Raymond James, Port Orchard, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
4 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
2/3 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in boiling water for 3 minutes. Add carrots and peas; return to a boil. Cook until macaroni is tender, 5-6 minutes longer. Drain; add ham. , In a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the milk and cream cheese. Cover and microwave at 50% power for 3 minutes; stir. Cook until cream cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes longer. Stir in mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, salt and pepper. Pour over pasta and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

ULTIMATE MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



Ultimate Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: bacon, garlic, panko breadcrumbs, fresh chives, fresh parsley, butter, flour, evaporated milk, salt, pepper, dry mustard powder, cayenne pepper, macaroni, cheddar cheese, gruyère cheese, colby jack cheese, smoked gouda cheese, provolone cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded cheddar cheese

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Dinner

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

½ lb bacon, sliced
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
½ cup fresh chives, chopped
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
4 tablespoons butter
¼ cup flour
3 cups evaporated milk
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons dry mustard powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 lb macaroni, cooked
½ cup cheddar cheese, cubed
½ cup gruyère cheese, shredded
½ cup colby jack cheese, cubed
½ cup smoked gouda cheese, shredded
½ cup provolone cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • In a large pot over medium heat, cook the bacon crispy and the fat has rendered.
  • Add the garlic, bread crumbs, chives, and parsley. Stir and cook until the bread crumbs are toasted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pot.
  • In the same pot on medium heat, melt the butter. Sprinkle in the flour and stir until combined.
  • Add the evaporated milk and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, mustard powder, and cayenne. Whisk to incorporate and smooth any lumps. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of the spoon.
  • Add the pasta to the sauce and stir to combine.
  • Add the cheddar, Gruyère, Colby Jack, Gouda, and provolone cheese, then fold the cheeses into the pasta. If it seems too dry, add more milk to your liking.
  • Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the shredded mozzarella and cheddar.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until the mac 'n' cheese is bubbly, melted, and golden brown on top.
  • Serve with a sprinkle of the bread crumb mixture for added flavor!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 656 calories, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 11 grams

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