Tillamook Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

This decadent Tillamook Aged Cheddar Mac and Cheese recipe is a crowd-pleaser! Make a HUGE batch of creamy, dreamy cheese sauce – enough for multiple meals! This versatile sauce freezes beautifully and can be used for mac and cheese, cauliflower mac and cheese, broccoli gratin, scalloped potatoes, Welsh rarebit, or even a delicious cheddar soup. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 794.8 kcal
Protein 48g
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Ingredients for Tillamook Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese

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How to Make Tillamook Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese

  1. In a large saucepan, whisk together 2 cups heavy whipping cream, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) unsalted butter.
  2. Heat over medium heat, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens, comes to a boil, and is smooth (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 additional minutes.
  4. Add 3 cups (12 ounces) shredded Tillamook Aged Cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon English mustard, 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Continue to stir constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  6. Add the desired amount of sauce to 1 pound of cooked, al dente elbow macaroni.
  7. Let stand for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Mix 1 cup fresh bread crumbs with the remaining 1 cup shredded Tillamook Aged Cheddar cheese.
  10. Sprinkle the cheese breadcrumb mixture evenly over the macaroni and cheese.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbling and the topping is golden brown and bubbly.
  12. Freeze remaining sauce in airtight containers for future use.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

177g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tillamook Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese?

Tillamook Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tillamook Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese?

Tillamook Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese has approximately 794.8 calories per serving, with about 48 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 88 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tillamook Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese?

The key ingredients for Tillamook Aged Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese are Whipping Cream, Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, All Purpose Flour, Butter, Fresh Breadcrumbs, Dry English Style Mustard. See the full list with measurements above.

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