Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
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| Ingredients: | |
| 1/2 cup | butter |
| 1/2 cup | margarine, alternative |
| 1/2 cup | all-purpose flour |
| 1/2 teaspoon | salt |
| 1/2 teaspoon | pepper, to taste |
| 1/4 teaspoon | cayenne pepper, to taste |
| 1/4 teaspoon | garlic granules |
| 2 cups | half-and-half |
| 2 cups | milk |
| 2 (10 ounce) packages | sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (I use Cracker Barrel) |
| 1 (10 ounce) packages | extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (I use Cracker Barrel) |
| 1 (16 ounce) packages | elbow macaroni, cooked |
Directions:Prep Time: 45 minsTotal Time: 1 1/2 hrs
1In a big skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.2Whisk the flour in gradually until the mixture is smooth.3Cook and whisk continually for 2 minutes.4Add in salt, pepper, cayenne, and garlic; stir to combine.5Gradually whisk in half-and-half and milk.6Cook and whisk continually for 8-10 minutes or until mixture is thickened.7Add in half of the sharp cheddar cheese; stir.8Add in all of the extra-sharp cheddar cheese; stir until smooth.9Take skillet off stove burner.10Mix together the cooked macaroni and cheese mixture; transfer to a greased 13x9 inch casserole dish.11Sprinkle with the remaining sharp cheddar cheese.12Bake in a 350° oven for 20 minutes (may need to bake longer for a crispy top).
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