BAKED MACARONI AND PARMESAN?

Baked Macaroni and Parmesan? image

Provided by raymond spencer

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 c crushed parmesan crisps
4 c uncooked elbow macaroni
3 Tbsp margarine
3/4 c all purpose flour
2 c milk
1 c half and half
1 Tbsp ranch seasoning
3 c shredded parmesan cheese
1 pkg (8 ounces) cream cheese,softened
1 tsp onion powder
2 tsp black pepper
1 c crushed buttery round crackers
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.Grease a 9-inch by-13-inch baking dish.Add crushed parmesan crisps.
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
3. Melt the margarine in a large saucepan over medium heat.Add flour and stir to combine.Cook for 2 minutes,stir in milk,half and half and ranch dressing.
4. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.Add shredded parmesan and cream cheese,stirring frequently,cook until melted.
5. Season with onion powder and black pepper,continue to stir,cook for 6 minutes.Remove from heat.Add cooked macaroni,stir until combined.
6. Pour macaroni mixture into a prepared baking dish.Top with crushed cracker crumbs and grated parmesan cheese.
7. Bake at 350 for 35 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.