Do not use all cheddar/monterey as sauce will likely curdle and will not be creamy without the Velveeta or some form of processed cheese. Do not substitute pre-shredded cheeses as they contain fillers and stabilizers that will affect the results. I use Velveeta brand processed cheese, sharp cheddar (not mild), whole milk and Land O'Lakes brand pure unsalted butter. Do not make substitutes, use low or reduced fat products, margarine, or a generic brand processed cheese. Size matters with your pasta noodles also, so look for a medium cut elbow, not too small, not too large or jumbo. This is a big batch, 8-quart recipe, meant to feed a holiday crowd, but it also halves very nicely. Bake at 375 degrees F, uncovered for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned on top.Repeat the layers of noodles, seasoning, butter, cheddar/jack cheese, and Velveeta sauce. Ladle 1/2 of the Velveeta cheese sauce over that. Sprinkle 1/2 of the cheddar/jack cheese combo over the noodles.Slice thin layers of butter and spread them around on top of the noodles. Add half of the elbow noodles to the baking pan and season lightly with salt, pepper and Cajun seasoning.Tempering prevents the eggs from scrambling in the hot cheese sauce. Once well combined, add the eggs to the cheese sauce and quickly whisk together until well mixed. Scoop out some of the hot cheese sauce and slowly add that to the eggs to temper them, continuously whisking as you add the liquid to the eggs. Crack the eggs into a separate bowl and lightly whisk.Cut the Velveeta into chunks, add to the saucepan and cook over medium low heat until all of the cheese has melted, stirring often.Meanwhile, pour the milk into a large saucepan and warm over medium low heat. Shred the cheddar and jack cheeses, stir together and set aside.Boil noodles, rinse, drain and set aside.For the full recipe you'll need a large pan or Dutch oven that will hold 8 quarts for a half pan use a 4 quart dish. Butter or spray a large baking dish or casserole pan with non-stick cooking spray set aside.Boil noodles, rinse, drain and set aside. For the full recipe you'll need a large Dutch oven or pan that will hold 8 quarts for a half recipe use a 4-quart dish, or you can make two 4-quart dish with the full recipe. I know it seems overly decadent with all that butter and cheese, so yes, there is a reason this is called no calorie left behind, special occasion macaroni and cheese y'all, but remember, it is a big batch recipe, meant to feed a crowd so have plenty of folks to share it with and you'll have plenty to share.īutter or spray a large pot or casserole pan with non-stick cooking spray set aside. Don't try to make this with all cheddar or you will have a clotted mess. Block American cheese purchased from the deli would also work, although I prefer Velveeta. If you make substitutes or changes, your results will not be the same, and yes, that means you have to use a processed cheese like Velveeta, if you want the super creamy result you see here. Use only block cheese that you shred yourself, since pre-shredded cheese has fillers and stablizers in it that likely will affect the outcome of the recipe, and use sharp cheddar, not mild.Use real, pure butter - not margarine, not a butter substitute - and I highly recommend Land O'Lakes brand especially.Use only the original version of Velveeta brand processed cheese - no generics, no lower fat varieties.After that, you'll have a baseline to make your own changes. The one thing I want to emphasis is that you must follow this recipe exactly and make no substitutes, at least the first time you make it. To reheat a full casserole, stir in a little extra milk before heating, otherwise, individual servings warm very nicely in the microwave, so when you go for that second serving, warm it in the microwave and you'll be happy happy. As with all macaroni and cheese, serve this hot, right out of the oven if you possibly can. This recipe makes a huge, 8 quart casserole dish perfect for the holidays, but also can be easily halved, which will still feed plenty of folks, or you can make the full recipe in two 4-quart casserole dishes too. and even though it's not quite the holidays, I so wanted to make it to share with you, so you could add it to your holiday menu. This is not a mac and cheese you want to serve once a week but more say for company, pot lucks, special occasions, birthdays, events, or holidays. Southern Style Big Batch Super Creamy Macaroni and Cheese This big batch, super creamy macaroni and cheese, made with cheddar, monterey jack, and velveeta, is insanely decadent, buttery, gooey, and over the top cheesy, perfect for those special occasions.
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