Easy Cheesy Mac And Cheese (With Optional Crunchy Topping) Recipe

Easy Cheesy Mac And Cheese (With Optional Crunchy Topping) Recipe

  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 (15 ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as ROTEL®), drained (optional)
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
  3. Transfer cooked macaroni to a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Add 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, Alfredo sauce, and mustard; mix thoroughly until macaroni is evenly coated. Mix in remaining 2 cups cheese and drained tomatoes and green chiles. Top with bread crumbs.
  4. Bake until bubbly and cheese is melted, about 30 minutes.