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Freezer Mac and Cheese

This freezer mac and cheese is perfect for the busy family who wants an easy, homemade meal. Kids (and adults) will LOVE it!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 8
Calories: 501 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

White Sauce Base
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz dried macaroni pasta
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup colby cheese shredded
  • 1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

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  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Sprinkle cornstarch overtop and cook, whisking constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes, until foamy and simmering (do not let it brown).
  2. Add chicken broth; cook, whisking constantly, for 3 to 4 minutes, until sauce thickens and starts to simmer. Remove from heat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  3. Pasta: In a large bowl, combine white sauce and cream. Add Colby, and Sharp Cheddar cheeses; stir until melted and smooth. Set aside.
  4. Fill a large stockpot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook macaroni for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just beginning to get soft (the pasta should be starting to get tender but have a firm bite). Drain and rinse with cold water to cool quickly. Set aside.
MAKE IT NOW
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  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Return macaroni to stockpot, add cheese sauce and gently mix together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 9- by 9-inch baking dish. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until golden on top and bubbly on the inside. Let cool for 10 minutes, then serve.
MAKE IT A FREEZER MEAL
  1. Let cheese sauce cool to room temperature. Return cooled macaroni to stockpot, add sauce and gently mix together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 9-by-9 -inch baking dish. Wrap baking dish tightly with plastic wrap, pressing down gently to remove air. Cover with foil. Label and place in freezer.
THAW AND COOK
  1. Place baking dish in refrigerator for around 24 hours to thaw. Preheat oven to 375°F. Remove foil and plastic wrap. Bake in preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until golden on top and bubbly on the inside. Let cool for 10 minutes, then serve.

Notes

  • If you'd like to bake this from frozen (and not thaw) you can! Simply preheat your oven to 375°F. Remove plastic wrap and foil from pan, then recover with the foil. I like to place on a baking pan. Bake for 1 hour 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake until bubbly all over and lightly golden (about 15-20 minutes longer). 
  • 375°F. Remove plastic wrap and foil from pan, then recover with the foil. I like to place on a baking pan. Bake for 1 hour 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake until bubbly all over and lightly golden (about 15-20 minutes longer). 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 501kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 38g (58%) Saturated Fat 24g (120%) Cholesterol 127mg (42%) Sodium 478mg (20%) Potassium 190mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1355IU (27%) Vitamin C 4.5mg (5%) Calcium 265mg (27%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 501

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 501kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 38g 58%
Saturated Fat 24g 120%
Cholesterol 127mg 42%
Sodium 478mg 20%
Potassium 190mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1355IU 27%
Vitamin C 4.5mg 5%
Calcium 265mg 27%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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