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Mom's Macaroni and Cheese

By: IRENED  
"Most recipes for macaroni and cheese use cheddar; this one uses American cheese. My mom learned to make this in Home Economics class in the 1930's and it has been a favorite in my family since then."

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Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 1 10x15 dish
 

Ingredients

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 quarts milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound American cheese, cubed
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until just less than al dente; drain.
  2. In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add flour all at once and stir vigorously until combined. Add milk a little at a time, stirring constantly until all milk is incorporated and sauce is smooth. Stir in pepper, American cheese and tomatoes. Stir until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth (if cheese starts to stick, reduce heat). Place macaroni in a 10x15 baking dish. Pour cheese mixture over macaroni, and sprinkle with bread crumbs.
  3. Bake 15 minutes, or until top is golden.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 843 | Total Fat: 38g | Cholesterol: 73mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 9, 2004 by PADSKI 
I would rate this 10 stars if I could. This is the real deal ... REAl simple, REAL easy , and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 14, 2005 by MOLLE888 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
It was delicious after I made some changes. I used Fusili instead of macaroni. I only used 1... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2005 by Lindsey 
I have mixed feelings about this one. It's ok. I didn't add the tomatoes. I think it has a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2009 by Rebecca 
so cheesy, and so yummy MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 9, 2009 by Lorin Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
I'm giving this a four because of the nice cheesy flavour. Beware! this recipe serves eight!... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2006 by caprice 
nice recipe. i'd leave out the tomatoes,tho'.own personal preference. i'll use this again and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2005 by Bri7fam 
Way too much milk! I didn't even use half the cheese sauce (froze it for another time). ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 11, 2005 by JDVMD 
Left out the tomatoes and bread crumbs. Also, I didn't use that much milk. My mother used to... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2008 by april8204 
This recipe was huge! it made alot! but it was very tasty and filling and something different!... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2008 by kiss the cook 
Think broccoli cheese soup and substitute noodles for the broccoli then bake. Not enough... MORE

 
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