Mom's Favorite Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe
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Mom's Favorite Baked Mac and Cheese

By: GEPETTO_69  
"This is a macaroni and cheese I first made 3 years ago when I was in California. When I got back to Texas I made it for my mom. This is now her favorite baked macaroni and cheese. She begs me to make it when I come to visit."

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Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 5 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (8 ounce) package processed American cheese, cut into strips

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion for 2 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in milk, salt, mustard and pepper; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture boils and thickens.
  3. Meanwhile, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  4. To the milk mixture add the Cheddar and American cheeses; stir until cheese melts. Combine macaroni and cheese sauce in a 2 quart baking dish; mix well.
  5. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 545 | Total Fat: 33.1g | Cholesterol: 100mg

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Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2004 by ITSJUSTMECHERRI 
This recipe is ok. Its a good starter recipe. I might make it again but next time will leave... MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2003 by CONTESSA1970 
We made this for Christmas Eve dinner and it was really a hit. Definitely the best home-made... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2003 by BLUEYS71 
I feel priveledged to be the first to rate this recipe!! I truly loved it, and I am a mac and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2005 by CuteyCook72 
This is the best recipe for Mac&Cheese! It's easy, it doesn't take a long time to prepare and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 12, 2006 by Hektor 
Ok, I made this for a group of 32, including myself. I had my doubts about it while making... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2003 by KSHERIFF 
This recipe is absolutely delicious and is quite easy to make. It was just as wonderful 2... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2006 by PARISROSE 
This mac and cheese was a hit at my potluck! It was the only mac and cheese dish that ended... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2003 by Randi 
I crushed some spicy croutons, sprinkled them on top and drizzled some melted butter on them... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2003 by MARTHA BLAIR 
I was attracted to this recipe because of the size, tomatoes, and sometimes "old" recipes are... MORE
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Reviewed on May 3, 2007 by PIPERCAT99 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Fantastic - I already have a favorite recipe of my own, and combined with this it was... MORE

 
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