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Company Special Mac 'n' Cheese

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Company Special Mac 'n' Cheese

Having company and want to dish up some old-fashioned comfort food? Then you've got to try our delicious Company Special Mac 'n Cheese. This cheesy twist on the traditional is sure to impress all your guests!

Serves: 6

Cooking Time: 35 min

What You'll Need:
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 pound Gouda, Muenster or Havarti (semi-soft cheese with herbs), shredded
  • 1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers
What To Do:
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat 6 ramekins or custard cups with cooking spray and place on a baking sheet.
     
  2. In a large pot, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
     
  3. Meanwhile, in another large pot over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup butter.  Add flour, salt, and pepper; mix well. Gradually add milk, bring to a boil, and cook until smooth and thickened, stirring constantly. Add cheese and continue stirring until melted. Pour macaroni into pot, mixing until well combined. Spoon into prepared ramekins.
     
  4. In a medium bowl, melt remaining butter in microwave. Stir in crushed crackers; mix until crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle evenly over top of macaroni.
     
  5. Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes, or until heated through.
Notes
  • Go to town with these by using some of the flavored cheeses that are in the market. We tested this with Rosemary and Garlic Gouda and a Monterey Jack.
     
  • If you liked this recipe, be sure to check out all of our cheesy favorites in The Cheese Lover's eCookbook: 34 Easy Recipes with Cheese.

OOH ITS SO GOOD!

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