BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE

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One bite and my grandson, Connor, was hooked! This one was a hit around the Crew table. To quote Connor, "This mac and cheese is awesome!"

Provided by stephanie sorbie

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box spiral macaroni
4 c sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 c asiago cheese, grated
1 c gorganzonla cheese, crumbled
2-3 c milk
2-3 Tbsp butter
2-3 Tbsp corn starch or flour
3 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot prepare macaroni as directed. Drain and set aside.
  • 2. In a large skillet melt butter and saute' garlic until slightly golden over medium high heat.
  • 3. Add corn starch or flour and make a rue. Should be a slight golden brown.
  • 4. Add a little of the milk and whisk to break up the rue so there will be no lumps. Continue to add milk and whisk so no lumps form.
  • 5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • 6. Continue to cook and stir over medium heat until sauce starts to thicken.
  • 7. Add 2 cups of cheddar cheese, Asiago and Gorganzola cheese constantly stirring until melted and sauce is thick.
  • 8. Pour sauce over the macaroni and stir well.
  • 9. Add 1 cup of the cheddar cheese and stir.
  • 10. Pour into a prepared 9x12 rectangle baking pan.
  • 11. Top with remaining cheese.
  • 12. Bake at 350 for 35-45 minutes until the cheese on top is a nice golden brown. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes. Then serve.
  • 13. Cheeses can be less or more to your preference. I also like to add fresh mushrooms, onions and broccoli for a twist. You can also use Parmesan cheese or Italian bread crumbs on top with the Cheddar cheese for a crunchier top.

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