Nostalgic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Nostalgic Baked Macaroni and Cheese, a vegetarian classic that evokes memories of school lunches. This creamy, cheesy dish features a crispy breadcrumb topping, making it a perfect family favorite. With dairy and gluten, it’s ideal for those seeking a hearty American comfort food.

The rich, cheesy flavor pairs beautifully with a side salad or can be served as a main dish. Easily accessible through easyChef Pro, this recipe comes with a convenient shopping list feature, ensuring you get the best ingredients at the lowest cost per serving.

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Overview

This Cafeteria Macaroni and Cheese is a classic comfort food dish that brings back the nostalgia of school lunches. It's creamy, cheesy, and baked to perfection with a crispy breadcrumb topping.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

• 8 Ounces (oz) macaroni
• 1.5 Cups (cups) milk
• 1.5 Teaspoons (tsp) mustard, ground
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) Worcestershire sauce
• 0.75 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Pinch hot pepper sauce, to taste
• 1.5 Tablespoons (tbsp) butter
• 3.5 Cups (cups) Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 Cup bread crumbs
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) butter, melted
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) paprika

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente. Drain the macaroni.
3. In a small saucepan, heat the milk. Stir in the ground mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and hot pepper sauce. Set aside.
4. Stir 1.5 tablespoons of butter and 3 cups of shredded Cheddar cheese into the drained macaroni. Pour the hot milk mixture over the cheese and macaroni. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
5. Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of Cheddar cheese on top. Combine the bread crumbs with the melted butter and spread over the top. Sprinkle with paprika.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then, place under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes to achieve a golden crust.

Enjoy your homemade Cafeteria Macaroni and Cheese!