AUTHENTIC SOUTHERN BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE
Southern baked macaroni and cheese, also called soul food mac and cheese, is the ultimate in comfort food. My authentic recipe has five cheeses, is creamy, rich and comforting, and stays true to the cultural classic.
Provided by Eden Westbrook
Categories Thanksgiving
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Butter an 8 by 11 or 9 by 13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- Fill a large stockpot or dutch oven halfway with chicken broth (or water if you don't have broth), and bring to a boil. Add in elbow macaroni and cook until just under al dente, according to package directions. Do not fully cook or overcook the macaroni pasta, it'll finish cooking through completely in the oven. Once just under al dente, drain the pasta.
- While the pasta boils, use a wooden spoon to mix the half and half, heavy cream, half of the cheddar cheese, half of the Colby jack cheese, all of the mozzarella cheese, all of the American cheese, and all of the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, and some kosher salt and pepper, stirring well and tasting the mixture to ensure there is a good flavor. Do not add too much salt, since cheese is pretty salty and will add its saltiness as it bakes. Once satisfied with the seasoning, stir in the cooked macaroni and eggs until well incorporated with the cheese.
- Pour the macaroni mixture into the baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top the macaroni and cheese generously with the rest of the cheddar cheese and colby jack cheese. Sprinkle the top with a little more smoked paprika, if desired.
- Bake the mac and cheese for 35 minutes or until the cheese crust is bubbly and nicely browned. Do not over-bake or the macaroni pasta will become mushy and the cheese mixture will become dry.
- Let the baked macaroni and cheese cool for about 10 minutes or until just cool enough to serve. Serve hot so the cheese is nice and creamy.
- Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 63 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 12 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 32 grams protein, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 651 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams unsaturated fat
SOUTHERN BAKED MAC AND CHEESE
This rich and decadent baked pasta is a Southern Black staple for holidays and special occasions. Steering away from the standard stovetop mac, this version includes three kinds of cheese and bakes up like a casserole with a crispy, golden top. The addition of eggs makes it similar to a cheesy, savory custard. Warning: This is not diet food!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the macaroni according to the package directions until 3 minutes less than fully cooked. Drain and rinse under cold water until cooled; drain well. Add the cooked pasta back to the pot.
- Put the eggs, heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, ground mustard, nutmeg and a big pinch of salt in a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Pour over the cooked pasta and stir to combine.
- Toss together the Cheddar, mozzarella and Gouda in a large bowl. Add the cheeses to the pot and stir to evenly combine. Transfer the mixture to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Bake until the center of the mac and cheese is set and the top is golden brown, 60 to 70 minutes. Let cool about 10 minutes before serving.
SOUTHERN MAC AND CHEESE
Kardea Brown's grandma has been making this macaroni and cheese for more than 50 years - and before that, her great-grandmother made it. It's a staple at family gatherings, especially during the holidays. Kardea put her own twist on the recipe by adding cream cheese and sour cream. "It creates a creamier texture and slightly tangy flavor," she says.
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350˚ F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch or other 3-quart baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 7 minutes. Drain, then rinse with cold water.
- Using the same pot the macaroni was cooked in, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth. While whisking constantly, slowly add the milk and then the heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, then add the cream cheese and all but 1/2 cup shredded cheddar and stir until melted. Stir in the granulated garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Remove the cheese sauce from the heat and stir in the macaroni. Season with salt and pepper.
- Whisk together the eggs and sour cream in a small bowl and then fold into the mac and cheese. Spread in the baking dish, then fold in the cubed cheddar and top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar. Bake until the mac and cheese just begins to brown on top, 20 to 30 minutes. Loosely cover with foil and bake 10 to 15 more minutes.
SOUTHERN MAC AND CHEESE
Homemade mac and cheese is often prepared with a flour-based sauce. This Southern version uses a base of eggs and half-and-half for a tasty, custardy alternative.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Set a large pot of salted water to boil. Preheat oven to 350. Butter four 10-ounce ramekins. Cook pasta 3 minutes short of al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups cheddar, eggs, half-and-half, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Add pasta, and stir to combine; divide among ramekins.
- In a food processor, pulse bread and melted butter until coarse crumbs form; season with salt and pepper. Dividing evenly, top pasta mixture with 1/2 cup cheddar, then sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Place ramekins on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until mac and cheese is golden and bubbling, about 20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 611 g, Fat 32 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g
SOUTHERN LIVING'S CLASSIC BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE
Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese has an ample amount of protein to be a meatless main dish. Couple it with a steaming bowl of tomato soup for a balanced, whoesome supper.
Provided by senseicheryl
Categories Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 4 bowls of mac & cheese, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Prepare pasta according to package directions. Keep warm.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in salt, peppers, 1 cup shredded cheese and cooked pasta.
- Spoon pasta mixture into 4 lightly greased (8-ounce) ramekins; top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 596.3, Fat 30, SaturatedFat 18.6, Cholesterol 91.9, Sodium 746.7, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 26.5
SOUTHERN LIVING BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE
Make and share this Southern Living Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 3/4 cup saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onion, cooking and stirring for approximately 2 minutes.
- Whisk in soup, milk, hot sauce and 1/2 cheddar cheese.
- Stir just until cheese melts.
- Stir in macaroni, and pour into a lightly greased 9-inch square baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese, and bake@ 375ºF.
- for 30-45 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.7, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 17.6, Cholesterol 84, Sodium 916.2, Carbohydrate 67.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.3, Protein 28.2
SOUTHERN MACARONI AND CHEESE
Make and share this Southern Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns
Categories Cheese
Time 50m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spray a flat bottomed casserole dish with vegetable spray.
- Put half of the macaroni in the dish, top with half of the shredded cheese.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Repeat.
- Mix the melted butter and enough crushed saltines to absorb the butter, together.
- Spread on top of cheese layer.
- Pour milk slowly over all.
- Bake at 350°F for 35-45 minutes or until milk is no longer liquid.
- Let set for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.4, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 47.9, Sodium 238.8, Carbohydrate 23.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 1, Protein 11.7
CLASSIC MAC & CHEESE (SOUTHERN LIVING FEB 2007)
This is the absolute best Mac & cheese I have ever had. The little bit of red pepper makes the difference.
Provided by Peytons Mom
Categories Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare pasta according to package directions. Keep warm.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in salt, black and red pepper, 1 cup shredded cheese, and cooked pasta.
- Spoon pasta mixture into a lightly greased 2-qt. baking dish; top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
- Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
- Note: For testing purposes only, we used Kraft Sharp Cheddar Cheese. To lighten, 2% reduced-fat milk and reduced-fat cheese may be substituted.
- One-Pot Macaroni and Cheese: Prepare recipe as directed, stirring all grated Cheddar cheese into thickened milk mixture until melted. Add cooked pasta, and serve immediately. Prep: 10 min., Cook: 7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 596.8, Fat 30, SaturatedFat 18.6, Cholesterol 92, Sodium 757.7, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 26.5
GRANDMA'S SOUTHERN MAC AND CHEESE
This is my grandmother's macaroni and cheese recipe that we all crave and only get to have twice a year, if we play our cards right. Fairly simple and straightforward. The key is cooking time more than anything.
Provided by Rhett Towles
Categories Side Dish
Time 48m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
- Layer some of the macaroni in a 5-quart baking dish; top with a layer of Cheddar cheese. Continue layering macaroni and Cheddar cheese into the dish, ending with a Cheddar cheese layer.
- Beat milk, eggs, and mustard together in a bowl; pour over macaroni mixture, ensuring milk mixture gets to all of the macaroni.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and just before cheese around the sides gets crisp, 20 to 25 minutes. Season with black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 143.3 mg, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 599 mg, Sugar 2 g
SOUTHERN MACARONI AND CHEESE
Rib sticking macaroni and cheese.
Provided by LINDA PAGE
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl combine cooked pasta, cottage cheese, sour cream, eggs, Cheddar cheese and cayenne pepper. Mix well and transfer to prepared dish. Sprinkle with paprika.
- Cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 114.8 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 489.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
SOUTHERN MACARONI & CRISPY CHEESE
This is the real deal! Lots of cheese and it will leave em' screaming for more. It is my family's recipe with a few changes though the years and now it is perfect.
Provided by Chalmers Cookin
Categories Cheese
Time 50m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Boil the macaroni in a large pot with the olive oil until tender.
- While the macaroni is boiling, shred the cheddar cheese and the Monterey Jack cheese onto separate plates.
- Pour milk into a mixing bowl. Add the eggs, salt, pepper, and flour. Add melted butter. Mix until ingredients are well blended.
- When macaroni is finished cooking, remove from pot and rinse well with cold water.
- Pour the macaroni into a large oven safe dish (I prefer an aluminum pan for easy clean up.
- Mix about half of the cheddar cheese into the macaroni. Mix in all of the Monterey Jack cheese. Cut the Velveeta cheese into chunks and mix into macaroni. Pour the milk and egg mixture over the macaroni and mix well. Spread the remaining cheddar cheese over the top of the macaroni.
- Bake uncovered at 350°F for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 832.2, Fat 51.6, SaturatedFat 31.5, Cholesterol 196.5, Sodium 1166.7, Carbohydrate 53.3, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 38.3
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