Best Hearty Macaroni Casserole Recipes
HEARTY PASTA CASSEROLE
Loaded with colorful, flavorful roasted veggies, this recipe became an instant hit with us when it was developed in the Country Woman test kitchen. This rustic Italian-inspired casserole is also the perfect main dish "to go": it transports easily and retains heat well. A great make-ahead, too!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the squash, brussels sprouts and onion; drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Spread vegetables in a single layer in two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 30-40 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer; drain. Add tomatoes and tomato paste; cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. , Drain pasta and return to the pan. Add sausage mixture, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup Asiago and roasted vegetables. , Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 816mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
BEST-EVER MACARONI AND CHEESE
In the South, mac 'n cheese is like everyone's favorite aunt-and this best-ever recipe beats out the rest.
Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen
Categories Casserole
Time 1h10m
Yield Serves 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare pasta according to package directions for al dente.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium. Add next 6 ingredients; cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add flour, and cook, stirring, until golden, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and cream. Bring to a boil, whisking occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, whisking, until slightly thickened, 5 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce. Remove from heat; stir in 3/4 cup each of shredded Cheddar cheeses until melted. (Reserve remaining 1/4 cup each of shredded cheeses.) Stir in pasta and diced cheeses; pour into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch (3-quart) baking dish.
- Bake on a rimmed baking sheet in preheated oven until bubbly and golden, 30 minutes. Remove from oven; increase oven temperature to broil. Sprinkle with reserved shredded cheeses; broil 6 inches from heat until cheeses are melted and golden, about 2 minutes. Remove from oven; cool slightly on a wire rack, about 15 minutes.
HEARTY MAC CASSEROLE
Cut-up OSCAR MAYER Wieners and chopped tomatoes add hearty appeal to a classic mac and cheese casserole.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 1h
Yield Makes 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350ºF.
- Cut 1/2 lb. VELVEETA into 1/2-inch cubes; place in large saucepan. Stir in milk. Cook on low heat 8 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted, stirring frequently. Add macaroni, weiners and tomatoes; mix lightly.
- Spoon into 11x7-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake 35 min. Slice remaining VELVEETA; place on top of casserole. Bake 5 min. or until VELVEETA begins to melt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 970 mg, Carbohydrate 23 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 14 g
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