Macaroni Cheese | Simple, easy family recipe :)

[@realong2506]

Hey from Ohio USA. I have a couple of ways that I make macaroni and cheese, but my fall back recipe is my mothers mac and cheese. It's supper simple. just cook your macaroni, drain then add butter. Then I mix up milk, grated colby cheese, ( a cheese I grew up eating and we always had in the house) Grated Cheddar cheese, one or two eggs depending on how much mac and cheese that I am making, salt and pepper to taste. Mix all ingredients and pour into you baking dish. I also like to add a bit more cheese on top and barely mix it in. Bake for 45 min to 1 hour on 350 degrees or until nice and bubbly and cooked through. It has more of a custard type texture and I love it! Sometimes the best food is the food you grew up eating.

[@charlesarmstrong5292]

Hi Cheryl, I`m a bachelor again late in life and must cook for myself. I love your recipes because they`re no fuss & bother, just really good. Thank you.

[@stormstorm4407]

Sometimes I use applewood or Mexicana cheese or add some cream cheese with the cheddar and Shwartz spicy italian seasoning to it

[@normasouthwood3182]

Oh! I am SO hungry all of a sudden...I adore mac n cheese, cheese n onion pie too!! Slurp slurp!

[@mlersk8830]

I made this tonight exactly as the recipe states and it was so delicious and perfect! Thank you for your wonderful recipes and content! Cheers from Boston Massachusetts usa. Be well everyone! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😻

[@Mrs.Karen_Walker]

instead of just throwing the flour into the molten butter i always start of by sautee-ing a finely chopped onion and a clove of garlic and finely diced bacon bits. then i add the flour, making the roux and adding milk and the cheese I also add a good splash of double cream to make it even richer. I do this of course in honour of Jennifer Paterson and Clarissa Dickson-Wright. What i also often do is to making tiny meatballs in a separate pan. I mix half beef/half pork mince with sauteed onions, breadcrumbs, and seasoning and an egg yolk. i roll them into wee meatballs and fry them until golden brown. Then i add them to the oven dish and pour the macaroni-cheese mixture on top. I do this because Im highly allergic to vegetarian and vegan food.

[@robokill387]

Onions don't belong.

[@marianmain]

OMG. This looks absolutely amazing and I will be trying your recipe out. In my homemade mac cheese I add in with the flour (depending on how many people I am feeding) a half tablespoon/one tablespoon of Colmans Mustard powder. It’s a stronger mustard flavour for me and adds a bit of tang. I really think it’s all dependent on what your family and you likes. Your mac & cheese looks beautiful and I don’t think there is anyone here who would turn it down. Thank you for filming and posting this. You are wonderful x

[@LindaC616]

I think my mother used mustard, as well

[@rrk2801]

Love Coleman's!

[@meldahspeight8525]

It looks delicious.

[@DrBrunoRecipes]

One of my favourites 👌🏻 Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a wonderful day everyone 🌻

[@aljocammo765]

Been waiting for this. Here's a heap of cheesey hugs for you x

[@WhatsForTea]

Lol Thank you :)

[@kcinca5410]

Are the Fahrenheit/Celsius temperatures reversed? I don't think I'd be cooking this at 200 degrees Fahrenheit. It would never brown. Love your recipe although I've always used Coleman's dry mustard in mine. For some reason, I like its flavor better than any of the prepared mustards. Love your channel, too.

[@alisonbutler9984]

I love pasta dishes but have never tried macaroni cheese yet. I have seen other recipes where you also add cauliflower, which sounds delicious!

[@alejandrayalanbowman367]

That would be Cauliflower cheese.

[@judithburke1539]

Add what you like. 😊

[@miriam4091]

Looks so tasty! I'll be cooking it soon...having Rimpledethumps today! Lol!!🌲☃️

[@KeiPalace]

lovely! I will use this recipe, I also like to put a few dashes of Tabasco sauce in mine!

[@cathydecarles7084]

Cheryl the baked Mac and cheese looks delicious you are a great cook love watching you 🙏🏽✝️❤️♥️🌷💗🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@WhatsForTea]

Thank you so much Cathy...that's so lovely of you :) Have a wonderful rest of your day.

[@rachelhudson8362]

That's proper British grub. Looks amazing.

[@ornabell2769]

Last night my mum and I watched your first and second videos ever, the shepherds pie one and the other mac and cheese one, then this appears. Love your recipes and your videos. My mum is Scottish.

[@jaave001100]

I'll usually cook up some bangers and mushrooms and then throw in some spinich at the end. Make it a whole meal.

[@Ciang79]

My family loved this. I will totally be making this again. Thank you so much for ending my search ^.^

[@spacecowgurl57]

Thank you for sharing this! I've been tweaking mine too so yours brought more thoughts into it! Have a blessed day!😏❤

[@pixibelle3282]

I added parsley with the mustard to the sauce & avoided salt in the pasta as the husband has medical issues. The temps, 400C isn't 200F. I guess 180 C will do the job, as that is what my small oven defaults to. OK, we ate it. It was yummy. I sprinkled on top with cheese & Chinese 5 spice & melted that.

[@lauraellen189]

I know here in America restaurants serve mac and cheese with pieces of lobster but I actually think the smoked haddock you use sometimes would be outstanding mixed in!!

[@md-run]

That sounds revolting 🤮

[@robokill387]

@@md-run why?

[@md-run]

@@robokill387 you must be homeless if that sounds appetising.

[@robokill387]

@@md-run It's really common to have fish with cheese sauce in many parts of the UK, and it tastes good. I have no idea why people think it would taste bad.

[@jennigee51]

@@robokill387 I love fish pie, using smoked haddock and plain haddock, in a cheese sauce, so neither do I understand why people are turning their noses up at smoked haddock in it!

[@karencrawford4068]

Cheryl, how do you make the cheese sauce that you put over veggies? I know you gave directions before but I can t find it. Thank you. I really love this channel and have found a number of recipies that I am crazy about!

[@missmaryhdream6560]

Hello there Cheryl. That Dish looks delicious 😋. That would be lovely with roast beef and Yorkshire pudding roasted lunch

[@simonjohnwright5129]

I've always liked Macaroni Cheese, I just worry about the calories! I bake it in the oven when there's time but sometimes just have it straight out the pan onto some toast with a wee bit smoked salmon.

[@josephrice6807]

Looks so good!

[@emmamolyneux216]

Hi cheryl that looks amazing, thank you for sharing xx

[@paulamccarthy8197]

One of my favourite meals sooo good

[@paulamccarthy8197]

Same as you but with the breadcrumbs, double cream, mustard and usually 3-4 cheeses but I’ll definitely make this

[@lynnegordon6749]

😋😋😋Thanks Cheryl! I really like mustard in mac n cheese.

[@blinkgirl119]

I made this yesterday. Got thumbs up from my 10 year old and I. I found it to be very similar to the M&S ready meal mac cheese

[@hollyharz1355]

Looks great!! I use dry mustard powder instead of prepared. And I tear up 4-5 pieces of bread, toss with some melted butter, and use that as a topping instead of panko. Gives a lovely crunch and texture next to the creamy smooth sauce!

[@lisamoore6804]

I made my homemade mac n cheese with some canned chicken in it. I also will add cut up hotdogs instead of the chicken.

[@QueenB33-s3b]

I basically do it like you, but I like Coleman's mustard instead of Dijon. I also stir in two beaten eggs add a big spoon of sour cream before pouring into my baking dish.

[@loniivanovskis1239]

Lately, I have been making it by the one pot method (cook 1 pound macaroni in 2 cups milk and 2 cups water, add cheese when most of the liquid is absorbed) but I also make it carbonara style, roux style like this one, and even just stirred in butter, cheese and cream into cooked pasta and bake it off. It is all yummy!

[@klimtkahlo]

It does look delicious but every time I try it I don’t really like it. I guess my lactose intolerance makes me feel sick from it. But I do love potato gratin which is basically similar! Such a weird person I am!!! Thanks for the recipe. I want to try it. I will add laurel, nut med from whole, smoked paprika and possibly white pepper.

[@suzanneft]

I like to use pepper jack cheese in my mac & cheese. Spicy !

[@gingerhammond6446]

I like to use both Colby Jack and Velveeta in my cheese sauce...and I also use evaporated milk...and we love having mac-and-cheese with either BBQ pork chops or meatloaf...

[@normacoope8239]

I luv luv mac cheese . This looks yummy

[@Katrina.for_art]

I've never thought of adding boiled water to pasta, I usually boil a pot of water and add the pasta. Also I've seen chefs cook the rue ( flour and butter) till it gets a wee bit of colour ( blonde) for extra flavour. Love your channel ❤️

[@joannakennedy6005]

Don't think the pasta or water mind either way LOL

[@Katrina.for_art]

@@joannakennedy6005 LOL, it was a revelation and might be a lot quicker adding boiling to pasta not vs versa ⏳️

[@mrs.marshajohnson7431]

New idea to me too. Good

[@moonlighttz]

I can’t add cheese if the heat is still on as my sauce splits. Lovely recipe irs how I make mine. I do boil my pasta in chicken stock cube 😊

[@carolinemunro1557]

MY FAVOURITE IT LOOKS LOVELY 😍

[@louisemccafferty5871]

Looks so yummy

[@karendyba5213]

Looks lovely will try this

[@lynnslosson5937]

That looks mouth-watering good!

[@babehuiy]

It looks so delicious. How I make macaroni cheese is a bit similar to how you make it. I love cheese so I would probably add several different kinds of cheese to the sauce. I also add whatever I feel like sweet corn, peas, tuna, hot dogs ... anything available and I feel like adding if I'm in a hurry I just do it the basic way nothing extra. Thank you for the recipes I discovered this channel recently and I got hooked.

[@rochelleb973]

I LOVE mac&cheese ❤

[@joebuddy6074]

This looks amazing

[@carolburke9153]

Looks lovely & thank goodness you didn't add garlic...look forward to following your recipe.👍

[@cazee100]

Thank you. This version of macaroni cheese looks really nice so I’m going to try it this weekend.

[@glennissalls4734]

Looks wonderful. Thank you. I will sometimes add cooked cauliflower to mine.

[@stormstorm4407]

I do this too

[@ah4furnishings348]

Thank you Cheryl

[@yroppoor]

yum looks lovely but i like ta add some philly to my sause as well as bacon lardons into the mix and some musrooms and for the top some sliced toms

[@jeannequist6589]

I’ve been waiting for this one. I made Mac and cheese last night with broccoli. Got a recipe from Pinterest. Pretty much identical to yours. Your suggestion to make more cheese sauce is a great idea. Mine was kind of dry even though it didn’t go in the oven. Adding by nutmeg or paprika would be better Ty, mine is quite bland.

[@maxineb9598]

Try a pinch of cayenne for a pick up. Start with a very small pinch. You can add more but you cant take it out. Sliced tomato on top goes well with macaroni cheese

[@kathyherman7079]

Hi there from kansas, usa

[@WhatsForTea]

Hi Kathy! :)

[@lauriebennett6257]

Hi from Belleview, Florida in the US, Cheryl! I like to use a combination of Monterey jack cheese and sharp cheddar in my mac & cheese. The Monterey jack is a fairly mild nice smooth melting cheese that complements the cheddar well. I'm not sure if you can get it there or not...

[@WhatsForTea]

Hiya :) yes I'm sure I could find it...thank you, I'll give that a go.

[@lauriebennett6257]

@@WhatsForTea You're very welcome!

[@rztrzt]

Havarti or gouda can be used as a monterey jack substitute.

[@marierobinson3935]

Ive ever made macaroni cheese🤣 I make my pasta or macaroni and I just love loads of grated cheese on top, plain but I love it👍 I will try your recipe because im laying in bed watching this video and because of you my belly is rumbling really badly 🤣🤣, stay safe look forward to the next video.xx

[@mrs.marshajohnson7431]

We love to add flaked drained high quality tuna and frozen peas. Big hit in our family

[@suer292]

Love macaroni cheese with cauliflower and broccoli 🇬🇧

[@jantune]

Cheryl, OMG, I just made this for Friday tea. (I’m from Motherwell but live in Yorkshire - my husband doesn’t understand ‘tea’. It really was the best macaroni cheese ever. Beautiful. But I’m about a stone heavier now 😬 thanks for sharing this fab recipe xx

[@FriendsFamilyKitchen]

These all looked delicious 😋. Especially the Shrimp dish! Glad you’re feeling better. I hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving. 🧡

[@alejandrayalanbowman367]

Hi Cheryl from Spain, that is pretty much how I make mine.

[@casgiatina]

This looks so good! Might try it at the weekend ☺

[@patriciacarline6975]

I always use English mustard in any cooked cheese dish - brings out the flavour and also add crispy nibbles of smoky bacon. Try topping off with cheese as usual but mixed with crushed ready salted crisps and crispy fried onion. Serve with fresh tomatoes and green salad!😎

[@nunyoubusyness6345]

Absolutely mouth-watering Love💗💗💗

[@deborahrussell1609]

I had to look your recipe up as I am making this tonight.. thanks Cheryl ❤

[@mrsoatso6331]

Yay! Been waiting ages for this! 😊😂

[@lisag5085]

That looks so delicious!!!

[@jlgillis914]

Hello from Florida. Try some cayenne pepper in place of the nutmeg or paprika. Gives a nice kick. I use 1/8 teaspoon. I make a fantastic crock pot mac & cheese that uses evaporated milk. It’s soooo creamy and cheesy, and easy to make. Thanks for all the awesome videos.

[@williamfowles2940]

So nice to hear the words 'macaroni cheese'. For some inexplicable reason I LOATHE the 'mac & cheese' americanism which seems to be increasingly popular here.

[@cisium1184]

That looks amazing.

[@lynnmclaren1595]

Hi from Aberdeenshire I just recently found your channel and love it 😍 I make my Mac & Cheese pretty much the same as you minus the nutmeg , has to be Marshall’s Macaroni though and use English mustard .

[@winddoane9347]

I was raised on making macaroni and cheese with Velveeta, butter, and a slash of milk with salt and pepper to taste. Never heard of baking it or using real cheese till I joined the Navy and my shop was once arguing over who had the best recipe. Needles to say mine didn’t win the argument. I’m going to use this recipe next time I make it though

[@karengalley3669]

Ooh that really looks delicious!!

[@ifonlyseethrumyeyes8957]

Ahhh looks so good

[@marlyntaylor5145]

Love Mac and cheese with some crispy bacon and broccoli in the cheesy sauce.

[@gerardsmith4401]

Lovely Cheryl! 😋

[@WitchwitchshesA]

I’m making this for dinner tonight. Thank you!

[@martinburke362]

I love the macaroni pies they have in Scotland, especially when they are still slightly warm😋😋😋

[@danniellejohnson448]

Thank you x

[@SparklyPrincessLynnette]

You have really ramped up this recipe with those cheeses and Dijon mustard looks amazing I’m sitting in bed feeling hungry now while I’m watching - I do use a whisk but only because I’ve never thought to just use the spoon - I’ve never managed to not make too much pasta but it all gets eaten - I sometimes just skip the oven part of we are hungry - I’m going to make this with the Panko breadcrumbs looks amazing x

[@kentuckylady2990]

I am going to try this

[@1992DJP]

My recipe is almost exactly like yours except for I use dry mustard and add a little bit of hot sauce which brings out the cheesy flavor.

[@catholicfaithofmine2664]

Mac and cheese is my favorite! Mmmmm

[@zedearl5181]

Hi I’ve made macaroni in the past and it always took me so long to make. I came across your recipe and bought the ingredients. OMG 😮 unbelievable. I made it in half the time this evening by making the cheese sauce first. The paprika, nutmeg and Dijon mustard gave it extra flavour and the breadcrumbs with the cheese extra crunch. Thank you 🙏🏾 for a lovely recipe. I’ll be subscribing to your channel in future. 😇

[@gigidodson]

You would be surprized jow many people dont know how to make mac 'n cheese. Coleman's mustard is the mustard i use, its my "secret ingredient ". Lol Depending on how fancy im making the mac n cheese. But i add what ever cheese in the fridge, but adding just a tiny bit of a smoked cheese is an incredible addition.

[@alejandrayalanbowman367]

My secret ingredient is the nutmeg and cinnamon

[@LindaC616]

Now you're making me think of a dash of smoked paprika might be good....I've not made or had mac n cheese for years....

[@AllanKentFisher]

Wonderful as always Cheryl 😍 Your videos are always brilliant 🤩

[@jennigee51]

Hi Cheryl, that looks delicious, my mouth is watering! One cheese which I saw on The Barefoot Contessa, is gruyere cheese, it’s a game changer! I do add other cheeses, a very small amount of blue and some Parmesan but, the majority of the cheese I use is mature cheddar, anyone who has eaten it (even those who don’t like blue cheese) love it!

[@sideshowtink]

I'll be trying this on Sunday! I think we'll add some lobster meat to make it super special!

[@MamaLinz123]

I love this recipe and make it allot least twice a month! This is how my Nan and mum taught me to make it…scrumptious!

[@peterpatrick620]

. . . I add sliced tomatoes and strips of partly cooked bacon to flavour the bread crumbs . . .

[@andrewmitchell8859]

Cheryl I can’t get panko bread crumbs

[@SpiralBreeze]

I make macaroni and trees! It’s macaroni and cheese with broccoli.

[@NJSMKMMS]

That looks amazing, the recipe does seem to be extremely rich and creamy, and I love food like that. I think I must have been French in a former life , ha ha, Oh and that brand of Dijon mustard you used makes every thing taste next level. You should try it on a toasted ham and cheese, either a sandwich or croissant. Any way thanks so much for sharing. I am going to try this recipe, may be tonight. Cheers from Australia.

[@UrbanGlitzNailz]

Something i can sink my teeth into 😂 I usually just use the homepride mac n cheese sauce as it’s easy and quick but really want to make my own so will give this a go. thanks for sharing Cheryl 💕xxx

[@missmayflower]

Lovely. Just a note to whisk the milk into the rue very very gradually and it will be super easy to make the sauce smooth.

[@jonathansims2862]

Hi Cheryl that looks delicious must try this and thanks for the video 👍😀❤️

[@WhatsForTea]

Give it a go Jonathan!! So tasty...and easy :)

[@emmapaterson6110]

I top mine with crushed doritos and jalapeños 😍

[@TheMysterysingerx]

Lovely but to make it healthier always serve with side salad! Xxx

[@francesmunro9666]

Love mac cheese Cheryl my man hates it so I hardly make it but you put me in mood Thankyou xx👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿