(BPT) - Macaroni and cheese is a quintessential comfort food everyone loves. It's homey, cheesy and tasty, evoking comfort like no other dish. National Mac and Cheese Day is the perfect excuse to indulge in this beloved comfort food, experiment with fun twists or simply enjoy it just the way you like it. From customizable toppings to easy recipes, there are plenty of ways to make this cheesy favorite the star of your day.
Make it customizable
Get creative and make mealtime fun by setting up a mac and cheese bar with a variety of tasty toppings. Mix and match different textures and flavors to take your dish to the next level - think crunchy bacon bits or toasted breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch, sliced cherry tomatoes and chives for pops of color or chopped broccoli and mushrooms for added freshness. The best part? You can customize it however you want!
Keep it simple
Hosting a get-together this summer? Macaroni and cheese is an easy crowd-pleaser for any occasion - from backyard barbecues to weeknight family dinners. You don't have to be a chef to serve up something satisfying. Bob Evans Macaroni & Cheese takes the hassle out of mealtime by cutting down on prep and cleanup so you can spend more moments with friends and family and less time worrying about the meal.
Make it the main course
Bob Evans rich and creamy Macaroni & Cheese varieties are delicious on their own but can also be used in a range of recipes for added flavor and variety. Whether you're mixing in protein, layering it into a casserole or reinventing a classic dish, it's the perfect base to build your next mealtime favorite.
Here are some tasty recipes to inspire your next meal.
Macaroni and Cheese with Veggies
This simple macaroni and cheese pasta salad is quick and easy to throw together and perfect for any summer gathering.
Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook time: 20 minutes; Servings: 5
Ingredients
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 20-ounce package Bob Evans Macaroni & Cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In large skillet over medium heat, add zucchini and stir in macaroni and cheese, tomatoes and spinach. Cook until vegetables are tender.
3. Pour into 2-quart baking dish. Bake 20-25 minutes or until hot.
Pulled Pork Macaroni and Cheese Sliders
Pulled pork, a touch of barbecue flavor and extra cheese will transform your favorite mac and cheese into fun-to-eat sliders your whole family will love.
Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook Time: 10 minutes; Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked pulled pork in sauce
- 12 slider rolls
- 1 20-ounce package Bob Evans Macaroni & Cheese
- 2-3 tablespoons barbecue sauce
- 6 slices cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon barbecue dry rub
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Warm pulled pork in microwave as directed on package.
3. Slice rolls in half. Place bottom halves of rolls in 9x13-inch baking dish and top each half with pulled pork.
4. Microwave macaroni and cheese according to package directions and spoon evenly over the pork on each sandwich roll.
5. Drizzle barbecue sauce over sandwiches. Lay cheese in 2 rows of 3 over sliders to cover each sandwich. Top with top halves of the slider rolls.
6. Stir dry rub into melted butter. Spoon evenly over tops of sandwiches. Sprinkle with parsley.
7. Bake uncovered 10 minutes. Serve immediately.
Queso Macaroni and Cheese Tacos
Add a fun twist to this mealtime favorite with Bob Evans Queso Macaroni & Cheese, which brings Tex-Mex flavor and just the right amount of spice.
Prep time: 15 minutes; Cook time: 10 minutes; Servings: 12 tacos
Ingredients
- 14 ounces Mexican chorizo
- 1 15-ounce can of black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 20-ounce package Bob Evans Queso Macaroni & Cheese
- 12 soft taco flour tortillas, warmed
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- Cilantro leaves to garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook chorizo in large skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly; drain and stir in beans. Cook until beans are thoroughly heated. Meanwhile, heat macaroni and cheese according to package directions.
2. Spoon macaroni and cheese into warm tortillas. Top with chorizo mixture and pico de gallo. Serve immediately. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves if desired.
Celebrate the cheddar way
In celebration of National Mac and Cheese Day, now through July 14, Bob Evans, America's No. 1 refrigerated mac and cheese brand, is giving 14 consumers the chance to win a one-year supply of Bob Evans Macaroni & Cheese, along with mac-and-cheese-themed items to help make the most of the summer season. To enter to win, visit the Bob Evans (@bobevansgrocery) Instagram or Facebook page and follow the details listed in the giveaway post.
Visit BobEvansGrocery.com to discover more recipe inspiration for the summer entertaining season.
