Smoky Four Cheese Macaroni Bake

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This rich macaroni combines the savory flavors of Swiss, Monterey Jack, sharp Cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses along with sauteed garlic and onion to make a creamy sauce to die for. Add a little liquid smoke for a, well, smoky taste.

close up view of Smoky Four Cheese Macaroni Bake in a glass baking dish
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Prep Time:
40 mins
Cook Time:
55 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 40 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
1 9x13-inch baking dish

Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package macaroni

  • ¼ cup butter

  • ½ cup minced onion

  • 1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup half-and-half cream

  • 1 ½ cups milk

  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder

  • ½ teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring (Optional)

  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed

  • 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

  • cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • ½ cup bread crumbs

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

  2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

  3. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and cook for 3 minutes until it begins to soften. Add the garlic, and continue cooking until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 2 minutes more. Slowly stir in the flour, and cook, stirring constantly for 5 minutes.

  4. Stir in the half-and-half and milk, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in mustard powder and liquid smoke; simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 1 cup of Parmesan cheese, along with the cream cheese, Swiss, Monterey Jack, and Cheddar cheeses; stir until melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then stir in the drained macaroni noodles. Pour into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs over the macaroni

  5. Bake in preheated oven until bubbly and brown, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

638 Calories
38g Fat
46g Carbs
29g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 638
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38g 48%
Saturated Fat 23g 116%
Cholesterol 111mg 37%
Sodium 657mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 46g 17%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 29g 57%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 639mg 49%
Iron 3mg 15%
Potassium 313mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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