Best Deluxe Italian Style Macaroni Cheese Recipes

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DELUXE ITALIAN-STYLE MACARONI & CHEESE



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Italian-style mac and cheese made in a saucepan in just 15 minutes? Absolutely. If that's not enough to intrigue you, get this: There's sausage, too.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 pkg. (11.9 oz.) KRAFT Deluxe White Cheddar & Garlic & Herbs Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 lb. Italian sausage, cooked, sliced

Steps:

  • Prepare Dinner in large saucepan as directed on package.
  • Stir in sausage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 850 mg, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 14 g

DELUXE MACARONI AND CHEESE PIZZA



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Try something new with our Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese Pizza! Two classics are made into one mash-up with this delicious macaroni and cheese pizza recipe.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 32m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (14 oz.) KRAFT Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 can (13.8 oz.) refrigerated pizza dough
1/2 lb. Italian sausage, cooked, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped green peppers
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Prepare Dinner as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, unroll pizza dough; pat into 1/4-inch-thick rectangle on a greased baking sheet. Bake 8 min.
  • Spread Dinner onto crust; top with sausage, peppers and cheeses.
  • Bake 10 to 12 min. or until edge of crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 800 mg, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 14 g

DELUXE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Linda Sorichetti

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups small curd cottage cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 teaspoon salt
garlic, salt and pepper --
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 (7 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
to taste paprika (optional)
to taste buttered bread crumb

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, egg, salt, garlic salt and pepper.
  • Add cheddar cheese; mix well.
  • Add macaroni and stir until coated.
  • Transfer to a greased 2 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Top with bread crumbs.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.
  • Sprinkle with paprika if desired.

DELUXE BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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I've been cooking and baking for many years, but I've only recently begun creating my own recipes. By adding diced ham, tomatoes, several cheeses and a hint of Dijon mustard, I turned this super creamy mac and cheese into the ultimate comfort food. -Kathy Yarosh, Apopka, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 package (8 ounces) process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2/3 cup whipped cream cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions. In a Dutch oven, whisk flour, milk and cream until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in cheeses until melted. Add tomatoes, ham, sour cream and mustard. Drain macaroni; add to cheese mixture and toss to coat., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, mix topping ingredients; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and bread crumbs are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 734mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

DELUXE MACARONI 'N' CHEESE



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Our six grandchildren, who don't think a meal is complete without macaroni and cheese, love this creamy version featuring cheddar and cottage cheese.-Bertha Johnson, Indianapolis, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3/4 teaspoon salt
Garlic salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
Paprika, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sour cream, egg, salt, garlic salt and pepper. Add cheddar cheese; mix well. Add macaroni and stir until coated. , Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with paprika if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 13g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

SUPER DELUXE OLD FASHIONED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 cups milk
8 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and cayenne pepper
1/4 cup slivered reconstitituted sundried tomatoes
3/4 pound penne, cook to the al dente stage, drained and cooled
1/3 cup fresh bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a non-reactive saucepan. When bubbly whisk in flour and cook for a couple of minutes, stirring every now and then. Slowly whisk in the milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, whisking on occasion for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove pan from heat and whisk in grated cheese. Stir vigorously just until cheese has melted. Then whisk in heavy cream to adjust the texture and season to taste with salt and cayenne pepper. In a mixing bowl combine sauce with sun dried tomatoes and drained macaroni and adjust seasoning. Transfer mixture to a 13 x 9-inch baking pan and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top and dot with remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Bake until hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

MACARONI & CHEESE DELUXE



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Make and share this Macaroni & Cheese Deluxe recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (7 ounce) package elbow macaroni
2 cups small curd cottage cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 slightly beaten egg
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
paprika

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain well.
  • Combine cottage cheese, sour cream, egg, salt, and pepper.
  • Add shredded cheese, mixing well.
  • Stir in the cooked macaroni.
  • Pour into a greased 9 X 9 X 2 inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.7, Fat 25.3, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 103.1, Sodium 862.9, Carbohydrate 30.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 25.6

DELUXE MACARONI DINNER



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"This recipe never results in leftovers," says Michele Odstrcilek. The Lemont, Illinois reader dresses up a boxed mac-and-cheese mix with ground beef, onion and broccoli.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
10 cups water
1 package (14 ounces) deluxe four-cheese macaroni and cheese dinner
2 cups chopped fresh broccoli

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. , In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add macaroni; cook for 5 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 4-5 minutes longer or until macaroni and broccoli are tender., Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Place contents of cheese sauce mix in saucepan. Stir in the macaroni mixture, beef mixture and reserved liquid; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 512mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

HOME STYLE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Cheesy Cheddar and cream cheese sauce with a touch of Dijon over Macaroni pasta and topped with bread crumbs.

Provided by VPATTISON

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 ounces macaroni
¼ cup butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a 3 quart saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in flour. Cook for about 1 minute, until smooth and bubbly; stirring occasionally. Mix in milk, cream cheese, salt, pepper, and Dijon mustard. Continue cooking until sauce is thickened. Add cooked macaroni and Cheddar cheese.
  • Pour into 2 quart casserole dish. In small bowl mix together bread crumbs, butter and parsley; spread over macaroni and cheese. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 117.6 mg, Fat 40.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 24.8 g, Sodium 828.4 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

DELUXE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cottage cheese
8 ounces sour cream
1 cup diced cooked ham
3 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 large egg, lightly beated
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup soft breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, melted
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Cook elbow macaroni accroding to package directions; drain wll and set aside.
  • Place macaroni and next 8 ingredients in a large bowl, stir gently to combine.
  • Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 2 quart baking dish.
  • Combine breadcrumbs, melted butter, and parika in a small bowl, stirring well.
  • Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture diagonally actoss top of casserole, making stripes.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.8, Fat 33.5, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 134.2, Sodium 741.2, Carbohydrate 38.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.8, Protein 32.4

ITALIAN THREE-CHEESE MACARONI



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My husband is a self-proclaimed mac-and-cheese connoisseur and says that this is his favorite version. The Italian seasoning and tomatoes really complement the pasta and cheeses. -Adriane Mummert, Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
4 cups 2% milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted. Drain macaroni., Spread 1 cup cheese sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Layer with half of macaroni, tomatoes and cheese sauce. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top., Cover and bake 40 minutes. Uncover and bake 10-15 minutes longer or until golden brown and bubbly. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 763mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

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