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Category: Elbow macaroni

“Pasta Perfection” – Dive into the world of elbow macaroni with our “Elbow Macaroni” category. These recipes range from the classic mac and cheese to innovative pasta salads and hearty bakes. ChampsDiet.com shows you how this simple pasta can be the foundation for a multitude of delicious, comforting dishes.

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Mexican Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

Mexican Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (7 1/4 ounce) boxes macaroni and cheese mix1/4 cup...

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Copeland's Restaurant Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniPastaSide dishes

Copeland’s Restaurant Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked according to pkg directions5 tablespoons unsalted butter1/4 cup...

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That's Italian Macaroni Bake
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

That’s Italian Macaroni Bake

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 cup chopped onions2 garlic cloves, minced1 (14 1/2...

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Easy Homemade Macaroni and Cheese
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Easy Homemade Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (5 ounce) cans evaporated milk2 eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter or 2...

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Blue Macaroni and Cheese
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Blue Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 lb farfalle pasta (farfalle = bowtie) or 1 lb elbow macaroni (...

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Beef and Mac Skillet
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

Beef and Mac Skillet

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs hamburger1 medium onions, chopped1 (28 ounce) cans tomatoes, chopped1 cup...

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Bacon Club Macaroni Salad
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Bacon Club Macaroni Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni2 tablespoons oil2 tablespoons vinegar1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled3/4...

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Kree's Baked Macaroni and Soy Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Kree’s Baked Macaroni and Soy Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni2 cups soy cheddar cheese ( I use Galaxy...

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KFC Macaroni Salad
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KFC Macaroni Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni1/4 cup carrots, chopped fine1 tablespoon minced onions1/4 cup celery,...

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My Mom's American Chop Suey
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

My Mom’s American Chop Suey

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) box elbow macaroni, cooked according to package1 lb hamburger1 small...

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Stove Top Macaroni  'n Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Stove Top Macaroni ‘n Cheese

Ingredients: 1/2 lb elbow macaroni4 tablespoons butter2 eggs6 ounces evaporated milk1/2 teaspoon hot sauce1...

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Taco Macaroni and Cheese With Burger
CheeseElbow macaroniPasta

Taco Macaroni and Cheese With Burger

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef ( browned and drained)1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco...

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Salsa Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniLunch/snacksPasta

Salsa Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (225 g) packages macaroni & cheese dinner mix1/4 cup butter (not spread...

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Vegan One Pot Pasta
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Vegan One Pot Pasta

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil1/2 cup sliced onions1 cup sliced mushrooms1 (29 ounce) cans...

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Pasta and Asparagus
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Pasta and Asparagus

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes3 dashes hot pepper sauce,...

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Crumb Topped Chicken With Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Crumb Topped Chicken With Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups milk1 (14 ounce) packages kraft Mac n’ Cheese Deluxe1 1/2...

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My Timballo
BeefElbow macaroniMain dish

My Timballo

Ingredients: 3/4 lb ground beef 1/2 lb ground veal 2 slices white bread (...

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Best Baked Macaroni and Cheese Ever!
Elbow macaroniMain dishSide dishes

Best Baked Macaroni and Cheese Ever!

Ingredients: 1 cup macaroni3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons flour1 1/2 cups evaporated milk1 (8 ounce)...

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Green Pea and Bacon Salad
Elbow macaroniSaladsSide dishes

Green Pea and Bacon Salad

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) bags frozen peas1/2 lb bacon, diced and cooked crisp,drained well1/2...

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Chile Macaroni Con Queso Style
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Chile Macaroni Con Queso Style

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes ( with...

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Real Macaroni and Cheese
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Real Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni1/2 cup butter1/2 cup floursalt and pepper5 cups milk16 ounces...

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White Macaroni and Cheese Attack !
Elbow macaroniLunch/snacksMain dish

White Macaroni and Cheese Attack !

Ingredients: 450 g macaroni ( 1/2 package)4 -5 cups boiling water2 cups extra old...

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Macaroni and Cheese Casserole
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Macaroni and Cheese Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb dry macaroni noodles1/2 lb sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced ( or...

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Italian Beef Pasta Bake
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

Italian Beef Pasta Bake

Ingredients: 500 g 95% lean ground beef2 -3 cups macaroni noodles, cooked ( originally...

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Pasta Loaf With Meat Sauce
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

Pasta Loaf With Meat Sauce

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked shell pasta or 2 cups elbow macaroni ( 8 oz.)1...

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Very Cheesy Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Very Cheesy Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups elbow macaroni, cooked but cooled1 mozzarella string cheese1 cup cheddar...

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Mum's Monday Macaroni
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Mum’s Monday Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup chopped onions1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 (19 ounce)...

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Confetti Macaroni Salad
Elbow macaroniSaladsSide dishes

Confetti Macaroni Salad

Ingredients: 10 ounces elbow macaroni1 cup shredded cheddar cheese2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and diced5...

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Quick Macaroni and Cheese
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Quick Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (7 ounce) packages elbow macaroni1 tablespoon butter2 cloves garlic, minced1 pinch cayenne...

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The Best Macaroni and Cheese
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The Best Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni2 quarts water1 teaspoon salt2 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed1...

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Budget Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Budget Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (1 ounce) package elbow macaroni3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons flour1/4 teaspoon salt1 dash...

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Country Sausage Mac Casserole
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Country Sausage Mac Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb bulk sausage1 1/2 cups milk12 ounces cheddar cheese ( cut into...

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Double Macaroni and Cheese
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Double Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded1 (12 ounce) packages...

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Macaroni Summer Salad
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Macaroni Summer Salad

Ingredients: 7 ounces macaroni2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons vinegar1 tablespoon minced onions1/2 teaspoon salt1/4...

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Old-fashioned Macaroni
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Old-fashioned Macaroni

Ingredients: 6 cups hot water8 ounces macaroni1/2 lb strong cheddar cheese, grated1 cup sour...

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"kicked Up" Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

“kicked Up” Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1 -2 teaspoon seasoning salt or 1 -2 teaspoon saltblack...

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Crispy Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniPastaSide dishes

Crispy Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 3 cups hot cooked macaroni1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup1/2...

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Uncle Bill's Vegetarian Minestrone Soup
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Uncle Bill’s Vegetarian Minestrone Soup

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil3/4 cup chopped onions3 cups water2 cups diced...

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Meatball Macaroni Bake
BeefElbow macaroniMain dish

Meatball Macaroni Bake

The Meatball Macaroni Bake is a delightful and hearty meal that combines the richness...

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Turkey-Chili Mac
Elbow macaroniPastaTurkey

Turkey-Chili Mac

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages elbow macaroni1 lb fresh ground turkey1/2 cup chopped onions1/4...

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Amish Macaroni Salad
Elbow macaroniSaladsSide dishes

Amish Macaroni Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb macaroni ( or small shells)1/2 cup finely chopped celery1/2 cup finely...

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Tomato Macaroni Cheese
Elbow macaroniLunch/snacksMain dish

Tomato Macaroni Cheese

Ingredients: 1/2 lb elbow macaroni4 medium tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick1/2 lb bacon1/2 cup chopped...

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Hamburger Mac Skillet
BeefElbow macaroniMain dish

Hamburger Mac Skillet

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 garlic cloves, minced2 cups macaroni, uncooked1 teaspoon salt...

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Chicken Macaroni Bake
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Macaroni Bake

Ingredients: 1/4 cup onions, chopped1 tablespoon butter1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed cream of...

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Marvelous Macaroni and Cheese
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Marvelous Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 lb macaroni ( I prefer large elbows or medium shells)6 tablespoons all-purpose...

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Greek Macaroni Bake
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Greek Macaroni Bake

Ingredients: 3/4 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions6 ounces tomato paste1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Macaroni Ham Salad
Elbow macaroniPastaSalads

Macaroni Ham Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups macaroni, cooked1 cup canned ham, chopped ( or a small can...

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Macaroni Gratin
CasserolesElbow macaroniMain dish

Macaroni Gratin

Ingredients: 200 g large macaroni2 tablespoons olive oil1 clove garlic, minced200 ml creme fraiche...

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Macaroni and Cheese (Reduced Fat)
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Macaroni and Cheese (Reduced Fat)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups macaroni, cooked and drained1 small onions, chopped6 ounces low-fat sharp...

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Southwestern Cheese and Pasta
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Southwestern Cheese and Pasta

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups milk1 cup green chili salsa ( salsa verde)1 (15 ounce)...

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Old-Fashioned Scratch Macaroni and Cheese
CheeseElbow macaroniPasta

Old-Fashioned Scratch Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked macaroni8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut in cubes1/2 cup grated...

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Burger Macaroni
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Burger Macaroni

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped green peppers1 tablespoon minced...

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Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishSide dishes

Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients: 1/2 lb elbow macaroni, rotini pasta (1/2 regular box) or 1/2 lb pasta...

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Pasta  Fagioli ( Rhode Island Style)
Elbow macaroniSide dishesSoups & stews

Pasta Fagioli ( Rhode Island Style)

Ingredients: 1 ounce olive oil1/2 cup sweet onions2 ounces prosciutto, chopped1 teaspoon minced garlic...

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Uncle Bill's Macaroni With 3 Cheese
Elbow macaroniMain dishOne Dish meal

Uncle Bill’s Macaroni With 3 Cheese

Ingredients: 3 cups elbow macaroni8 tablespoons butter, divided1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups whole milk,...

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Fay's One Pot Macaroni and Mince
Elbow macaroniGround beefMain dish

Fay’s One Pot Macaroni and Mince

Ingredients: 500 g beef mince or 500 g ground chicken200 g elbow macaroni (...

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Eggs/dairyElbow macaroniPasta

Herbed Macaroni Parmesan

Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked macaroni noodles2 -3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil3 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon...

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Macaroni and Cheese for Grownups
Elbow macaroniMain dishPasta

Macaroni and Cheese for Grownups

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter1/2 yellow onions, diced2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed2 tablespoons...

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4 Cheese Baked Macaroni
Elbow macaroniPastaSide dishes

4 Cheese Baked Macaroni

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon butter4 tablespoons flour2 cups half-and-half3/4 teaspoon salt1/4...

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Monday Night American Chop Suey
Elbow macaroniMain dishPenne

Monday Night American Chop Suey

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef ( can be left out for meatless style)1 green...

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