Skip Navigation
Close
Search recipes, ingredients, articles, products...
Easy Homemade Mac & Cheese
  Time
 
Easy Homemade Mac & Cheese Image

Easy Homemade Mac & Cheese

Everyone will ask for this classic creamy macaroni and cheese which is baked to perfection.

 Tested &
Approved

What does this mean?

When you see this badge, you know it will be good! These are the recipes that have passed our test.
Print

What's this?

What is this button?

You now are able to shop & buy these ingredients online! After you select your market, you decide if you want to have your items delivered or picked up today!

Learn How it Works...

15 min
Prep Time
50 min
Total Time
6 (1-cup)
servings

Ingredients

7 ounces (1 1/2 cups) dried uncooked elbow macaroni

1/4 cup Land O Lakes® Butter

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons dried mustard

3/4 teaspoon onion powder

3 cups Land O Lakes® Half & Half

16 (3/4-ounce) slices Land O Lakes® Deli American, quartered

1/2 cup crushed cornflakes

How to make

  1. STEP 1

    Heat oven to 350°F.

  2. STEP 2

    Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain.

  3. STEP 3

    Melt butter in 3-quart saucepan until sizzling; stir in flour, mustard and onion powder. Add half & half; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, 5-7 minutes or until mixture boils and thickens. Reduce heat to low; stir in cheese. Cook 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Add cooked macaroni; mix well.

  4. STEP 4

    Spoon into ungreased 2-quart casserole. Sprinkle with cornflakes. Bake 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Tip #1

Freeze and Bake Later Method:Prepare mixture as directed above except do not sprinkle with cornflakes. Place into casserole or large freezer container. Cover tightly; freeze up to 3 months. To thaw, place in refrigerator 24 hours or until thawed. Heat oven to 350°F. Pour macaroni mixture into ungreased 2-quart casserole dish, if necessary. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cornflakes. Continue baking 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Tip #2

Add 1 cup chopped cooked ham, 1/2 cup chopped red or green bell pepper or 1/2 cup drained mushroom stems and pieces.

Nutrition (1 serving)

610 Calories
40 Fat (g)
115 Cholesterol (mg)
930 Sodium (mg)
41 Carbohydrates (g)
1 Dietary Fiber
19 Protein (g)
Tried this recipe? Instagram it!
And don't forget to tag us @landolakesktchn.

More Recipes To Make

 
Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Peanut Butter Cookies
 
Chicken & Vegetables with a Twist
 
Black Cat Cookies

Featured In

Back to School Recipes Collection  

COLLECTION

Back to School Recipes

The end of summer means it’s time to get back into the school-day rhythm. These recipes will get your family through the day, from hearty breakfasts and quick, easy lunches to dinners your kids will love.

See Recipes
Loading...