WHITE CHEDDAR MACARONI AND CHEESE

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This is the ultimate comfort food! I loved when my Mom made this for us when I was a kid. It's definitely decadent, I make it mostly for family get-togethers and it's always a hit. The sharp cheese and the breadcrumb crust make this macaroni dish unique. Enjoy!

Provided by Jennigator3

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons white flour
2 cups 2% low-fat milk
10 ounces bar cracker barrel vermont sharp white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 lb elbow macaroni noodles
3/4 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook macaroni pasta per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan on medium heat, add butter and cook until melted.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and add flour. Whisk constantly for 1 minute.
  • Return saucepan to medium heat and add milk and stir to combine.
  • Heat mixture until Milk is hot but not boiling.
  • Chop white cheddar cheese into smaller squares (you can also grate cheese) and add to milk mixture.
  • Cook for 10 minutes or until cheese is completely melted.
  • Add Parmesan cheese and stir to combine. Cook until all cheese is melted, about 2 more minutes.
  • Add macaroni noodles to saucepan and stir to combine pasta with cheese sauce.
  • Pour into a casserole dish or a ceramic, oven-safe crock.
  • Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top of macaroni.
  • Cook uncovered for 30 minutes. Let sit for 3-5 minutes after cooking to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1019.3, Fat 43.9, SaturatedFat 26.5, Cholesterol 125.8, Sodium 945.8, Carbohydrate 109.8, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 11, Protein 44.6

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