For a vegetarian option, substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth. Aged cheddar will offer a sharper flavor profile. Freshly grated cheese melts more smoothly than pre-shredded.
Mena's Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Caramelized Onion
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 45 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS63
Elevate your comfort food game with this sophisticated take on classic macaroni and cheese. Sweet, caramelized onions intertwine with the tangy sharpness of aged cheddar, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This is pure indulgence worth every moment of effort.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate51 g
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Cholesterol82 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein23 g
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Saturated Fat18 g
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Sodium583 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat29 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02
Step
20 mins
Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, sugar, and salt. Cook, stirring often, until onions are caramel colored, 15 to 20 minutes. If mixture is too dry, add an additional tablespoon of butter. Set aside.
03
Step
10 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, cover and set aside.
04
Step
3 mins
Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bread crumbs and toast lightly for a few minutes, stirring constantly.
05
Step
7 mins
Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat. Dissolve the dry mustard in an equal amount of water and add to the pot along with the garlic, and cayenne pepper. Stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Sprinkle in the flour and cook until golden, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and broth. Bring to a simmer stirring constantly until the mixture is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
06
Step
2 mins
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted. Stir in the onions and season with salt and pepper. Add the drained macaroni and stir until blended. Pour into the prepared baking dish and top with bread crumbs.
07
Step
30 mins
Bake until golden brown and bubbling around the edges, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
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Justus Will
Apr 3, 2025Absolutely delicious! The caramelized onions make all the difference.
Lyda Dickinson
Mar 11, 2025A bit time-consuming, but worth the effort for a special occasion.
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Nov 27, 2024The breadcrumb topping adds a nice crunch.
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Nov 8, 2024I added a dash of hot sauce for a little extra kick. Yummy!
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Oct 6, 2024This is my new go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's a crowd-pleaser!