

Preheat the oven to 350☏, and then butter two 9 x 13″ baking dishes. My reality is that I can count on getting interrupted a few times while I’m cooking, so having everything ready helps ensure that I don’t forget something important.Ĭook the macaroni according to package directions for an al dente texture and drain it in a large colander.

Now I’m a mise en place kind of gal, so I like to get all of my ingredients measured and ready to go before I begin cooking.

The recipe is also great for toting warm to pot lucks or blessing a family in need with a meal. I like the peace of mind that comes with having a little back up in the freezer for a busy night in the future. Macaroni and cheese is always a favorite in our house, so I’ve developed a recipe that can either feed a crowd or feed a family of six at least twice. Oh, come on! I know I can’t be the only one to hang my head in defeat as I drop boxes of cereal on the table because the day got away from me, and I no longer have the time nor inclination to cook a proper dinner because everyone is hungry right now. Having a few “slam dunk” meals ready in the freezer makes what can be a hectic transition from school time to dinner time much less likely to end with take out food or cereal for dinner… again. As homeschooling moms, we are all busy with school, church, our homes, and extra curricular activities. The recipe is scaled to provide two meals-one for now, and one to freeze for later.Īs a mother of four active boys, I learned early on that consistently planning our menus and having a well stocked freezer were necessary for the survival of my sanity. A creamy, comforting macaroni and cheese recipe with a crunchy topping is a family friendly favorite meal that will not only leave them satisfied, but clamoring for more.
