Macaroni and Cheese for 20-25
🕒 Cook Time: 40 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour
Description: Make and share this creamy, cheesy Macaroni and Cheese recipe, perfect for serving a crowd, from lovewithrecipes.com. This indulgent dish combines tender elbow macaroni with a rich, velvety cheese sauce, creating the ultimate comfort food experience.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Cheese, Less than 60 Minutes, For Large Groups, Oven, Freezer, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 401
- Fat Content: 21.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 13.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 63.7mg
- Sodium Content: 402.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 35.6g
- Fiber Content: 1.4g
- Sugar Content: 1g
- Protein Content: 17g
Servings: 25
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 3/4 cup |
| Onion | 1/4 cup |
| Flour | 1 cup |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Dry Mustard | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Powdered Ginger | 2 tsp |
| Milk | 2 cups |
| Worcestershire Sauce | 2 tbsp |
| Sharp Cheddar Cheese | 2 lbs |
| Elbow Macaroni | 2 lbs |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grease two 11×15 inch shallow pans, or three 2-quart casseroles, or two 3-quart casseroles with butter.
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Prepare Cheese Sauce:
- In a large kettle or pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent.
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Make Roux:
- Stir in the flour, salt, dry mustard, and powdered ginger until well combined, cooking for about 1-2 minutes until bubbly and fragrant.
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Add Milk:
- Remove the kettle from heat and gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps form.
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Thicken Sauce:
- Return the kettle to heat and continue stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, usually for about 5-7 minutes.
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Incorporate Flavor:
- Once thickened, remove the kettle from heat and stir in the Worcestershire sauce.
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Add Cheese:
- Gradually add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the sauce, stirring continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
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Combine with Pasta:
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
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Combine and Bake:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pans or casseroles, spreading it out evenly.
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Bake:
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
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Cover and Continue Baking:
- After 20 minutes, cover the pans with lids or aluminum foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
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Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy this delicious Macaroni and Cheese with your family and friends!
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Storage Tips:
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
This Macaroni and Cheese recipe is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for potlucks, parties, or any occasion where you need to feed a hungry group. Creamy, cheesy, and comforting, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!
