Black Diamond Mac & Cheese
This ultimate comfort food-Black Diamond Mac and Cheese recipe is made with Black Diamond Sharp Cheddar Cheese. It is creamy, rich, and perfectly cheesy, this easy homemade mac and cheese brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen. The sharp, bold taste of Black Diamond sharp cheddar adds a gourmet twist that elevates this classic dish to a whole new level. Perfect for family dinners, holidays, potlucks (it is easy to double or triple), or as a cozy weeknight meal. This recipe combines simple ingredients with decadent flavor. Learn how to make the best creamy baked mac and cheese with Black Diamond sharp cheddar cheese below.
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Helpful Items For This Recipe:
Black Diamond Sharp Cheddar Cheese-I buy mine at Sam’s Club!
FAQs:
Q: Can I make Black Diamond Mac and Cheese ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can prepare the macaroni and cheese and then refrigerate. You will want to stir in some milk when re-heating it.
Q: Can I use other cheeses with Black Diamond cheddar?
A: Absolutely. While the sharp cheddar gives the best flavor, you can mix it with mozzarella, Monterey Jack, Gruyère, or parmesan (like we do) for extra creaminess and depth.
Q: How do I make this mac and cheese extra creamy?
A: Use whole milk or heavy cream in the cheese sauce. Stirring in a bit of cream cheese or sour cream can also boost creaminess.
Q: Can I freeze Black Diamond mac and cheese?
A: Yes, you can freeze baked mac and cheese in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven with a splash of milk to keep it creamy.
Q: What can I add to Black Diamond mac and cheese for variety?
A: Try adding crispy bacon, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, broccoli, or even shredded rotisserie chicken for a hearty twist.
Ingredients Needed For Black Diamond Mac & Cheese:
- 2 cups pasta, dry
- 3/4 cup Black Diamond Sharp Cheddar Cheese Spread
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/8 tsp dry mustard
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 2/3 cup fresh parmesan cheese-NOT Kraft grated
- dried parsley to garnish, if desired
- smoked paprika to garnish, if desired
How To Make Black Diamond Mac & Cheese:
- Cook pasta according to the package directions.
- While the pasta cooks, make the cheese sauce.
- In a sauce pan, combine Black Diamond Sharp Cheddar cheese spread with the milk. Stir over the lowest heat while stirring with a wooden spoon. Do not boil or even simmer!
- When cheese and milk have combined and are barely warm, add the dry mustard, salt and pepper. Stir to combine-until smooth and creamy.
- Drain pasta and add the drained pasta back into the pan. Place this pan on a hot pad on the kitchen counter.
- Quickly add the cheese sauce to the hot pasta. Stir to combine.
- Add the grated Parmesan and stir to melt and combine.
- Sprinkle with dried parsley and smoked paprika, if desired. Or serve it on the side for those who do not like those seasonings.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pasta dry
- 3/4 cup Black Diamond Sharp Cheddar Cheese Spread
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/8 tsp dry mustard
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 2/3 cup fresh parmesan cheese-NOT Kraft grated
- dried parsley to garnish, if desired
- smoked paprika to garnish, if desired
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to the package directions.
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While the pasta cooks, make the cheese sauce.
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In a sauce pan, combine Black Diamond Sharp Cheddar cheese spread with the milk. Stir over the lowest heat while stirring with a wooden spoon. Do not boil or even simmer!
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When cheese and milk have combined and are barely warm, add the dry mustard, salt and pepper. Stir to combine-until smooth and creamy.
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Drain pasta and add the drained pasta back into the pan. Place this pan on a hot pad on the kitchen counter.
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Quickly add the cheese sauce to the hot pasta. Stir to combine.
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Add the grated Parmesan and stir to melt and combine.
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Sprinkle with dried parsley and smoked paprika, if desired. Or serve it on the side for those who do not like those seasonings.
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Serve and enjoy!
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