How to Make Old-Fashioned Macaroni, Tomato, and Cheese Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Old-Fashioned Macaroni, Tomato, and Cheese Bake is a classic comfort food dish that has been satisfying families for generations. This hearty casserole is packed with tender macaroni, juicy tomatoes, and plenty of gooey cheese, creating a dish that is both delicious and satisfying. It's the perfect meal to enjoy on a chilly evening, and it's a great way to use up any leftover pantry staples you may have on hand.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups elbow macaroni
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes in juice
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 ½ cups milk
  • 1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon brown mustard
  • 2 dashes hot sauce (such as Tabasco®)
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 53 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 8 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 24 cups

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare an 8 quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the macaroni, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink. Pour into the prepared baking dish and add the butter, Cheddar cheese, and diced tomatoes; stir.
  • Combine the eggs, milk, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, brown mustard, hot sauce, parsley, nutmeg, pepper, and salt in a food processor; pulse until smooth; pour over the macaroni. Sprinkle paprika over everything.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the middle is set, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    311 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 95mg
    • Sodium: 523mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 288mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 254mg