How many of you enjoy eating a good homemade baked macaroni and cheese? I know we do! It is one of those classic “comfort” foods that I tend to make for the family every couple of weeks. To keep things interesting, I will try out new recipes and/or change up the ingredients.
Last month I made my Mom’s Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe which is really cheesy and good! It is made with 4 different cheeses, so if you’re a cheese lover, I think you’ll like it. If you’re not a fan of the 4 cheeses that I’ve listed, you can change it up with your own favorites, just as long as it equals up to 4 full cups.
Mom’s Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
1 box of elbows
1/2 cup butter (not margarine)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 to 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 1/2 cups milk
1 cup Italian cheese, shredded
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup velveeta cheese, shredded
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
Cook and drain the pasta. I only cook mine for 1/2 of the recommended cooking time. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a large saucepan combine together the butter, all-purpose flour, salt, ground black pepper and milk. Heat to a slight rolling boil, stirring often. Reduce heat and stir in all 4 cups of shredded cheese, stirring constantly until all of the cheese has melted.
I like to bake mine in my large Dutch Oven type of pan that goes from stove-top to oven. You’ll need a large baking dish or large casserole dish. Stir together the cooked pasta and the cheese sauce until combined. Pour into your desired baking dish.
Place into a preheated 350 degree oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle on the seasoned bread crumbs. Place back into the oven for 5-7 minutes. Remove and let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.
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The 4 cups of cheese in this recipe should make the macaroni and cheese a truly rich and delicious comfort food. I think that my family would love it.
I like the 4 cheeses in this recipe. Most kids would live on this if they could.
My grandson survives because of macaroni & cheese. Its just about the only thing he ever wants to eat.This recipe ;looks real good.
Mac & cheese is probably the ultimate comfort food. I just love the stuff.
My grandkids can’t get enough mac and cheese. I like to have some different recipes for a little variation. This one sounds really good with the four different cheeses.
This sounds delicious! I love homemade mac & cheese! Thanks for sharing.
There really is nothing better than macaroni and cheese! It is so satisfying and rib sticking. This photo of your mad and cheese looks delicious and the recipe looks easy enough to make. Think I shall make this on Sunday with fried chicken.
That sounds like what my Mother used to make. I love it but my husband does not so I don’t make it anymore. But on holidays, someone will make it… so I get it then.
Mac and cheese is my weakness, especially homemade mac and cheese. The more cheese the better!
Mac and cheese is one of my favorite comfort foods. Hubby likes it too although I have to skip Velveeta with him no clue why! I love the baked version the best. This is a great dish to ‘add’ to also. This time of year with leftover ham, adding that makes it a one pot meal. Your Mom’s version is much like mine I just use extra cheddar.
I so have to make this it looks so good and perfect for this time of year. I can’t wait to taste it with those seasoned bread crumbs yummy.