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Makes 6 to 8 servings

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Makes 6 to 8 servings

We upgraded our creamy macaroni and cheese with an irresistible butter-crumb topping

Nutritional information per serving (based on 8 servings):Calories 571 (54% from fat)
carb. 44g
pro. 23g
fat 34g
sat. fat 19g chol. 101mg
sod. 688mg
calc. 507mg
fiber 2g

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold
  • 1 cup butter crackers such as Ritz®, crushed (about 24 crackers)
  • 3 cups dried macaroni
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups milk (whole or reduced fat)
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack
  • 8-ounces (1 standard package) cream cheese, cold, cut into 8 pieces
  • Pinch freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Put the butter in a small microwaveable measuring cup or bowl. Place in the Cuisinart® 3-in-1 Microwave AirFryer Oven and select theMelt/Soften microwave preset A-3 to melt the butter. Press Start. Carefully remove from the oven. Mix the melted butter and crushed crackers together in a small bowl. Reserve.
  2. Put the pasta, water and salt into a large (2-quart), microwave- and oven-safe casserole dish, cover, and place in the Cuisinart® 3-in-1Microwave AirFryer Oven. Select Microwave, set the time and power level for 8 minutes on High (10P), and press Start. Pasta should be slightly undercooked.
  3. Stir in the remaining ingredients, except for the crumb topping; cover and return to the oven. Select Microwave and set the time and power level for 4 minutes on High (PL10). Repeat with an additional 4 minutes on High (PL10). Carefully remove and stir well.
  4. Evenly sprinkle the reserved crumb topping over the top. Place in the Cuisinart® 3-in-1 Microwave AirFryer Oven. Select Oven/AirFry, set the temperature and time to 325°F for 10 minutes, and press Start. Macaroni and cheese is done when bubbly and topping is golden brown.
  5. Carefully remove and let rest for 10 minutes. Serve warm.