What are some good ways to "spice up" Macaroni and Cheese?

Question

Im stuck with more macaroni and cheese boxes then I know what to do with. I need some different ways to spice it up.... (making it creamier/cheesier or adding flavor)
Any ideas?

Answer 1

try this one..

Spicy Macaroni and Cheese


1 1/2 cups finely chopped onion
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons minced pickled jalapeo chilies, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
1 28-ounce can plum tomatoes, the juice discarded and the tomatoes chopped and drained well
cayenne to taste if desired
1 pound elbow macaroni
1 1/2 cups coarsely grated Monterey Jack (about 6 ounces)
1 1/2 cups coarsely grated extra-sharp Cheddar (about 6 ounces)
1 1/2 cups fresh bread crumbs
1 1/3 cups freshly grated Parmesan (about 1/4 pound)

Directions:

1. In a large heavy saucepan cook the onion, the garlic, the jalapeos, the coriander and the cumin in the butter over moderately low heat, stirring, until the onion is softened.

2. Stir in the flour and cook the mixture, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the milk in a stream, whisking. Bring the liquid to a boil, whisking, and whisk in the tomatoes. Simmer the mixture for 2 minutes and add the cayenne and salt and pepper to taste.

3. In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the macaroni for 6 to 7 minutes, or until it is barely al dente. Drain it well, and in a large bowl combine it with the tomato mixture. Stir in the Monterey Jack and the Cheddar and transfer the mixture to a buttered 13- to 14-by-9-inch shallow baking dish or 3-quart gratin dish.

4. In a bowl stir together the bread crumbs and the Parmesan, sprinkle the mixture evenly over the macaroni mixture, and bake the macaroni and cheese in the middle of a preheated 375-degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until it is golden and bubbling.
Yield: 6-8 servings.

Answer 2

Add this Pakistani ground beef recipe to your Mac and cheese. Tastes great!


Ingredients
1. Cooking oil: 1/4 Cup
2. Finely chopped onions (preferably ground): 1 Cup
3. Minced Garlic: 1/4 Cup
4. Finely chopped ginger: 1 Inch
5. Chopped Hari Mirch (Serrano Pepper): 2
6. Ground Beef: 1 Pound
7. Turmeric Powder: 1/4 teaspoon
8. Cumin Powder: 1 teaspoon
9. Coriander powder: 1 teaspoon
10. Cinnamon powder: 1 teaspoon
11. Ground Cloves: 1/2 teaspoon
12. Cayenne: 1 teaspoon
13. Salt: 1-1/2 teaspoon
14. Tomato Puree: 1 Cup
15. Water: 1 Cup

Method
Step 1: In a 5 quart cooking pan, heat oil. Sautee onions till clear. Add Garlic, Ginger and Serrano Pepper. Continue Sautéing. Add Ground beef. On medium heat continue cooking and breaking up the beef, till all the beef has turned brown.
Step 2: Add ingredients 7 through 11. Sautee two minutes.
Step 3: Add Tomato Puree. Continue sautéing
Step 4: Add water. Bring to boil. Simmer on medium heat until dry..

Answer 3

My ultimate favourite mac and cheese recipe is really easy and super delicious! mmm..

All you need to do is cook it how you would normally,
then add carnation evaporated milk as well as plain milk when adding the cheese. Sometimes I also add cheeze whiz with the cheese packets. And dont forget the butter !

You can also try adding salsa to it ... MMM!

When I first had this recipe I was at a friends and I thought it was going to be really gross, because I had never had carnation evaporated milk before, but after that it was so delicious I started eating it all the time . Hope You give it a Try !!

Best of Luck! .<3

Answer 4

Make as normal, then add cooked bacon, fried onion and a little mustard. Put into an oven proof dish cover with grated cheese and slices of tomato. place under grill until cheese has melted and turned golden brown.

Answer 5

I follow the directions on the box. Place in an oven proof bowl. Place a few slices of Swiss cheese and a small can of fried onions on top. Place in oven and heat until bubbling.

Answer 6

Ok Ok I know this isn't health food...but it's o so good!
1 box macaroni and cheese made according to directions
1 can chili
1 can corn

Mix it all together and eat it up yum!
We call this Bellybuster

Answer 7

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Answer 8

I add chopped leftover ham and some dice sauteed onion and mushrooms if you like them, add a half teaspoon of mustard and put the whole thing in a casserole with a topping of buttered bread crumbs. Bake 350 for 6 min or until light brown

Answer 9

SALSA-CHICKEN MAC & CHEESE
1 pkg. (14 oz.) Macaroni and Cheese Dinner
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
1 tsp. chili powder
1/4 cup shredded cheese
1/4 cup chunky salsa
4 tsp. chopped cilantro (optional)
Prepare dinner as directed on package. Meanwhile, toss chicken with chili powder. Cook chicken in large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on med. heat 5 minutes. Or until cooked through, stirring freuently.
Add prepared dinner to chicken: mix well.
Serve topped with the remaining ingredients.
Makes 4 servings, 1 1/2 cup each.

Answer 10

Make as directed then add a can of Cream of Mushroom and 1\2 lb of browned hamburger or turkey. You can add a little milk if it is to thick. Very yummy.