![]() I recommend using smoked ham as the smokiness pairs perfectly with the creamy, cheesy flavors. This combo works especially well with a milkier mac and cheese. It’s just as delicious and you even get that extra savory, salty flavor from the juicy ham. Diced HamĬraving something meaty with your mac and cheese but want to keep its gooey texture? Add in some diced ham instead of bacon! If you’re trying to stay away from gluten or carbs, you can even make cauliflower mac and cheese without the pasta! Guilt-free but equally delicious! 4. I love its mild, milky flavor and I will usually add this on top of my mac and cheese before baking. CauliflowerĪ healthy way to add texture to your mac and cheese is by adding cauliflower bits. This one is foolproof and probably won’t last long after you serve it! This combo is too good to resist. Fried Chickenįor some truly southern comfort food, top off your mac and cheese with fried chicken! I like to use small pieces of chicken (the size of tater tots!) coated in a batter that makes them extra crispy. When I make this, I always cook the bacon extra crispy and then crush them before adding a generous amount on top of my mac and cheese. Bacon Bitsīacon and cheese, a match made in heaven! Just the sight of golden yellow mac and cheese and the dark crispy bits of bacon are enough to make your mouth water. Everyone has their favorite cheese to add but my go-to’s are mozzarella, sharp cheddar, white cheddar, smoked gouda, fontina, and gruyere.īut there are far more toppings available for this family favorite than just cheese! From fried chicken and pulled pork to butter crackers and hot dogs, here are some of the best ways to top your mac and cheese. Would you like to see more? SUBSCRIBE to receive the more recipes! Also, follow me on FACEBOOK, PINTEREST, INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE or TWITTER.This one is an all-time favorite in my house and I’m sure it is in yours too. I often serve it as a side dish with one of the following options. Mac and cheese is great as a side dish or a main course. Lastly, you can leave out the condense milk if you like as it is optional but also a game changer, in my opinion. Skim milk is a major no-no in this recipe! That extra bit of fat adds moisture and flavor to the baked mac and cheese. You also must use high in fat milk in this easy macaroni and cheese recipe. If you don’t salt the pasta water, the macaroni itself will be bland and it’s likely that your Southern macaroni and cheese won’t be as flavorful as it should be. It’s so important that you salt the pasta water. Tips for Making the Best Macaroni and Cheese ![]() ![]() Or you can also use pepper jack cheese, gouda, fontina, and Gruyere. Sharp cheddar cheese, mozzarella, jack cheese, are my top fave. Just a warning though, don’t use the pre-shredded bagged cheese as it has preservatives that make it drier compared to fresh-grated cheese. For the best flavor, I highly recommend adding a sharp cheddar to your baked mac and cheese. I used five types of cheeses to grace every noodle of this dish. WHAT TYPE OF CHEESE?ĭon’t be scared when using cheese for this recipe. ![]() Shredded Cheese: This mac and cheese is made of cheeses like sharp cheddar, havarti and gouda for a lovely depth of flavor. Heavy Cream/Half and Half:For liquids to create additional creaminess, both heavy whipping cream (which also has butter) and half and half are used.Įggs:The eggs are essential since it will add stability to the baked dish and allow everything to come together perfectly. This baked macaroni and cheese is quite delightful because of the following CRUCIAL KEY ingredients:īutter:is always essential in Southern Mac and Cheese recipes. To making a roux, custard or just an easy mix of everything in one bowl, no flour no eggs but I honestly love them all. There are many recipes out there that you can experiment until you find exactly what works for you. Who doesn’t love Mac and cheese, it’s a classic southern dish your friends, family and of course kids love, even though they’re hard to please. They are both creamy, and dreamy, comfort food that gets baked to cheesy, bubbly perfection in the oven. This mac and cheese recipe has many similarities to another of my favorites Ultimate Baked Ziti. Rich, Creamy, ooey-gooey, decadent with an abundance of cheese and those crispy browned cheese edges no one can resist. Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese also known as soul food mac and cheese, is the ultimate comfort food. Novem| Last Updated on Februby Patricia Valbrun ![]()
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