Baked Macaroni and Cheese

A creamy blend of cheddar cheese with a hint of cayenne and white pepper. A dish the whole family will enjoy!

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Quick Facts

  • Prep Time: 00:20
  • Bake Time: 25 to 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 to 10 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions
  • Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Argo® Corn Starch
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white ground pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded mild chedder cheese
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp chedder cheese
  • 1 to 2 cups bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon rosemary, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 clove or garlic, grated

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Spray 3-quart casserole dish or 13 x 9 inch pan with cooking spray.
  3. Combine corn starch and milk in a medium saucepan. Add salt, pepper and cayenne. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil. Continue to stir and boil for 1 minute or until very thick. Remove from heat. Gradually add both cheeses and stir until melted. Add cooked pasta and stir until blended. Pour mixture into casserole dish.
  4. Add olive oil to pan, once hot, add bread crumbs, garlic, rosemary and salt and pepper and fry until golden brown. Let cool on a plate with a paper towel. Sprinkle on top of macaroni mixture. Bake at 350°F for 25 to 35 minutes or until brown.

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