Best Creamy Macaroni With A Twist Recipes

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CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This is my absolute very favorite macaroni and cheese recipe and I have a large collection of m/c recipes. Adapted from Southern Living. I don't make this very often because I could literally eat the whole thing and lick the dish clean.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon garlic granules
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups milk
2 (10 ounce) packages sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (I use Cracker Barrel)
1 (10 ounce) package extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (I use Cracker Barrel)
1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked

Steps:

  • In a big skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  • Whisk the flour in gradually until the mixture is smooth.
  • Cook and whisk continually for 2 minutes.
  • Add in salt, pepper, cayenne, and garlic; stir to combine.
  • Gradually whisk in half-and-half and milk.
  • Cook and whisk continually for 8-10 minutes or until mixture is thickened.
  • Add in half of the sharp cheddar cheese; stir.
  • Add in all of the extra-sharp cheddar cheese; stir until smooth.
  • Take skillet off stove burner.
  • Mix together the cooked macaroni and cheese mixture; transfer to a greased 13x9 inch casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining sharp cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in a 350° oven for 20 minutes (may need to bake longer for a crispy top).

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH A TWIST



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Let's be honest... I've never met a mac & cheese I haven't liked! And I loved this creamy recipe. I especially like the mix of pepper jack and cheddar cheese. They give the recipe a bit of zing. Delish!

Provided by Grace Pulley

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz twist (rotini) pasta
2 Tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp dry mustard
2 tsp worcestershire sauce
2 to 4 dash(es) hot pepper sauce (i used 4 dashes of tabasco)
2 1/2 c milk
2 Tbsp butter
1 1/4 c shredded, sharp cheddar cheese
1 1/4 c shredded, pepper jack cheese
1/2 c fresh bread crumbs

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta in boiling salted water for 6 minutes; drain and set aside.
  • 2. In a medium saucepan combine cornstarch, salt, pepper, and dry mustard; stir in milk until smooth. Add butter, worcestershire sauce, and hot pepper sauce. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil over medium-high heat and boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of sharp cheddar and 1 cup pepper jack cheeses until melted.
  • 3. Add macaroni and turn into 2-quart casserole that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Combine remaining cheeses and bread crumbs. Sprinkle on top.
  • 4. Bake in 350* oven for 25 minutes or until lightly browned.

RANCH MAC & CHEESE



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I came up with the recipe for this creamy and satisfying macaroni and cheese, which has a special twist. My husband requests it often - it's hearty enough to serve as a main dish. -Michelle Rotunno, Independence, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon garlic pepper blend
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded Colby cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup crushed saltines
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, combine the milk, butter, dressing mix and seasonings; heat through. Stir in Monterey Jack and Colby cheeses until melted. Stir in sour cream., Drain macaroni; stir into cheese sauce with the saltines. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CREAMY MACARONI WITH A TWIST



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Make and share this Creamy Macaroni With a Twist recipe from Food.com.

Provided by La Marz

Categories     Potluck

Time 17m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 cup canned sweet corn
3 tablespoons roasted red peppers
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
2 -3 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder
3 tablespoons butter
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta until "al dente," drain and set aside.
  • In the same pot you cooked the pasta, stir in the butter and let it melt. When butter has melted, add sour cream, milk chicken bouillon, salt & pepper, and blend. When it's blended, add the corn, bell pepper, and the pasta.
  • Stir carefully, and let it warm.
  • Serve as a side dish, or alone as a light lunch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 788.8, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 20.5, Cholesterol 80.4, Sodium 1485.7, Carbohydrate 99.9, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 5.5, Protein 21.3

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