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Irresistible Four-Cheese Macaroni Cups


  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Bite-sized macaroni cups filled with four creamy cheeses, perfect as appetizers or snacks.


Ingredients

  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Breadcrumbs (for topping)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin.
  2. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until smooth.
  4. Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the mixture thickens.
  5. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in the cheeses until melted and smooth.
  7. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well combined.
  8. Spoon the macaroni mixture into the greased muffin tin, filling each cup to the top.
  9. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for added crunch.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy on top.
  11. Let cool slightly before removing from the tin. Enjoy your cheesy macaroni cups!

Notes

These macaroni cups can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Serve with marinara or ranch dressing for dipping.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American