CRACKER CRUMB MAC & CHEESE
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
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
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