Best Cracker Topped Macaroni Cheese Recipes

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BAKED MAC AND CHEESE



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Even people who have had their own homemade baked macaroni and cheese recipe for years ask for mine when they taste this crumb-topped version. For the best baked mac and cheese, use extra-sharp white cheddar cheese for more flavor. -Shelby Thompson of Dover, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni
1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4-1/2 cups 2% milk
4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente; drain., In a Dutch oven, heat 1/3 cup butter over medium heat; saute onion until tender. Stir in flour and seasonings until blended; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened. Stir in cheese until melted. Stir in macaroni. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a microwave, melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689 calories, Fat 37g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 834mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

CRACKER CRUMB MAC & CHEESE



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Macaroni and cheese was a favorite dish of Thomas Jefferson. I feel certain Mr. Jefferson would have approved this version.

Provided by Rita P

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups elbow macaroni (7 oz)
5 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated (4oz)
salt and pepper
8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
1/2 cup crumbled cracker, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and butter a shallow 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water until just tender.
  • Drain it while you prepare the cream sauce.
  • In a large saucepan, melt 4 tbs of butter, then whisk in the flour and add the milk.
  • Stir the mixture until it thickens, then add the cheddar cheese and stir it in until it melts, Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cut the Velveeta into 1/2 inch cubes and stir it into the white sauce, but do not allow it to melt completely.
  • Place the drained macaroni in the prepared baking dish, pour the cheese sauce over it, and stir gently to mix.
  • Sprinkle the crumbled crackers generously over the top and dot with the remaining butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 757.3, Fat 43.7, SaturatedFat 26.4, Cholesterol 129.7, Sodium 1255.9, Carbohydrate 62.2, Fiber 2, Sugar 5.8, Protein 28.6

VELVEETA® DOWN-HOME MACARONI AND CHEESE



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If you're looking for a mac and cheese recipe with the perfect balance of cheesy and creamy, the search ends here.

Provided by VELVEETA Cheese

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     VELVEETA Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup butter, divided
¼ cup flour
1 cup milk
½ pound VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
½ cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
6 RITZ Crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt 3 Tbsp. butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook 2 min., stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to boil; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until thickened. Add VELVEETA; cook 3 min. or until melted, stirring frequently. Stir in macaroni.
  • Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with Cheddar. Melt remaining butter; toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 869.1 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

BAKED MACARONI & CHEESE



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When you are looking for an old fashioned, easy, comfort food, look no further than this Baked Macaroni and Cheese. It is the ultimate soul food!

Provided by Janelle

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 Tablespoon salt
2 1/2 cups Elbow Macaroni
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
  • Fill a large pot with water and add 1 Tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil.
  • Stir in the macaroni and cook uncovered until pasta is cooked through but firm to the bite. (about 8 minutes depending on your stove). Turn burner off, remove from heat and drain.
  • In a separate large skillet {or dutch oven}, combine 1/4 cup of butter, and flour over medium to low heat until a thick paste is created.
  • Slowly add all the milk to the flour paste mixture, 1/4 cup at a time stirring well to incorporate each time before adding the next 1/4 cup so that the roux stays creamy and smooth. DON'T PANIC at this stage. Your mixture will become thick and goopy first then will thin out. Just keep adding the milk 1/4 cup at a time and mixing well after each addition and you'll get a perfect roux.
  • Add salt and cheddar cheese (1 cup at a time) and stir until cheese has melted and sauce has thickened.
  • Pour noodles into the cheese mixture, stir to combine and then pour the entire mixture into a 9x13 casserole dish. {If using dutch oven, just bake in dutch oven, no need to dirty another pan!}
  • Mix the melted butter & crushed Ritz crackers together. Sprinkle on top of Macaroni.
  • Bake in oven for 45 minutes until top is golden.
  • Serve Immediately

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 80 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 34.3 grams fat, Fiber 1.6 grams fiber, Protein 20.1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 18.5 grams saturated fat, Sodium 1388 grams sodium, Sugar 8 grams sugar

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