Outback Steakhouse Macaroni and Cheese Mac a Roo Cheese C
Creamy, dreamy, and downright irresistible, this Outback Steakhouse-inspired Macaroni and Cheese, fondly known as "Mac a Roo Cheese," is a comfort food classic the whole family will devour. Made with tender elbow macaroni and a luscious cheese sauce featuring a harmonious blend of Velveeta, sharp cheddar, heavy cream, and milk, this copycat recipe captures the rich and velvety texture you love. A hint of ground white pepper and butter adds depth, while the quick prep and cook time make it perfect for weeknight dinners or a satisfying side dish. Whether you're recreating the magic of the steakhouse at home or indulging your mac and cheese cravings, this crowd-pleasing dish is guaranteed to hit the spot!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Elbow macaroni
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup (shredded) Sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 0.5 tsp Ground white pepper
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 8 cups (for boiling pasta) Water
Instructions
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a generous pinch of salt and cook the elbow macaroni according to the package directions until al dente (approximately 8-10 minutes). Drain the pasta and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cubed Velveeta cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and whole milk. Heat over low to medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until all the cheese has melted and the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Be careful not to let the cheese sauce scorch.
Stir the butter, ground white pepper, and salt into the cheese sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
In the large pot where you cooked the macaroni, combine the drained pasta and the cheese sauce. Toss gently to ensure all the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce.
Transfer the macaroni and cheese to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkling of extra shredded cheddar cheese or a pinch of parsley for added flair.
Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Outback Steakhouse-inspired Mac a Roo Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 252.5 g | 324% | |
| Saturated Fat | 154.3 g | 772% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 780 mg | 260% | |
| Sodium | 8925 mg | 388% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 413.0 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.5 g | ||
| Protein | 182.4 g | 365% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 3672 mg | 282% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 386 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
