How to Make Four Cheese Macaroni - A Step-by-Step Guide

Four Cheese Macaroni is a rich and creamy pasta dish that is sure to satisfy any cheese lover's cravings. This indulgent recipe combines four different types of cheese to create a dish that is both flavorful and comforting. Whether you're looking for a dish to serve at a family gathering or a comforting meal for a cozy night in, this macaroni and cheese recipe is sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 9 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup shredded Muenster cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 ½ cups half-and-half
  • 8 ounces cubed processed cheese food
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the oil and the pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain well and return to cooking pot.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 8 tablespoons butter; stir into the macaroni.
  • In a large bowl, combine the Muenster cheese, mild and sharp Cheddar cheeses, and Monterey Jack cheese; mix well.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Add the half and half, 1 1/2 cups of cheese mixture, cubed processed cheese food, and eggs to macaroni; mix together and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a lightly greased deep 2 1/2 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese mixture and 1 tablespoon of butter.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes or until hot and bubbling around the edges; serve.
  • Nutrition

    832 cal.

    • Total Fat: 51g
    • Saturated Fat: 30g
    • Cholesterol: 194mg
    • Sodium: 877mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 570mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 451mg