Baked Macaroni And Cheese With Stewed Tomatoes Recipe

Relive your childhood cafeteria favorites with this nostalgic twist on classic mac and cheese! This recipe perfectly blends creamy, cheesy goodness with the surprising delight of sweet and tangy stewed tomatoes. A comforting, family-friendly meal that's both easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Get ready for a taste of Friday nights past, updated for today's kitchens!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 627.3 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 4.3 (57 Reviews)
Baked Macaroni And Cheese With Stewed Tomatoes 106

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Macaroni And Cheese With Stewed Tomatoes

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How to Make Baked Macaroni And Cheese With Stewed Tomatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Whisk in 3 cups milk, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Heat until hot but not boiling.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup milk and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until smooth.
  5. Slowly whisk the cornstarch mixture into the hot milk mixture. Continue whisking constantly until the sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, and 1 (28 ounce) can of stewed tomatoes, undrained.
  8. Mix gently until the macaroni is evenly coated.
  9. Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish or 3-quart casserole.
  10. Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  11. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

52 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

124g

Carbs

14g