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Four Cheese Macaroni

Cultural Context

Four Cheese Macaroni, a beloved American comfort food, showcases the delightful combination of rich cheeses melded with pasta. Traditionally served in homes and restaurants alike, this dish represents the indulgent side of American cuisine. Variations abound, with some incorporating additional ingredients like bacon or vegetables, appealing to diverse palates.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 tbsp vegetable oil
16 oz elbow macaroni
8 tbsp melted butter
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 1/2 cups half and half
8 oz cubed processed cheese
2 beaten eggs
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

gorgonzola cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: blue cheese

Feta is lower in calories and adds a tangy flavor.

1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

2

Add 1 tbsp of vegetable oil to the boiling water and 16 oz of elbow macaroni.

3

Cook the pasta for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente, then drain it well and add it back to the pot.

4

Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13 casserole dish.

5

Add 8 tbsp of melted butter to the pasta and stir it in.

6

In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup of sharp cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.

7

Add 1 1/2 cups of half and half, 8 oz of cubed processed cheese, 2 beaten eggs, 1/4 tsp of salt, and 1/8 tsp of ground black pepper to the cheese mixture and combine everything well.

8

Add the cheese mixture to the macaroni.

9

Transfer it to the prepared baking dish and dot the top with 1 tbsp of butter cut into tiny pieces.

10

Sprinkle more cheese on top, about 1/2 cup.

11

Bake in the preheated oven for around 35 minutes until hot and bubbling around the edges.

Cooking Techniques

sauce-makingbaking

Equipment Needed

large pot9x13 casserole dishbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Four Cheese Mac and CheeseFour Cheese Pasta Bake

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