Your Favorite Mac and Cheese Copycat Recipes Await You!
Duplicate Macaroni and Cheese Recipes From Your Preferred Eateries
Socially distancing have us nestled in the comfort of our homes, making Netflix and chill an at-home affair. Fret not, for we've gathered delicious mac and cheese recipes inspired by your favorite chain restaurants. So, grab that bowl and Figure out what you're wearing to the kitchen.
Cracker Barrel's Tri-Cheese Bliss
There's nothing a little Velveeta can't fix, right? The secret to this flavorful dish is a three-cheese blend. Leave your old country store at the front door, but keep the taste of this classic country favorite. Get the Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese recipe.
Panera's Contemporary White Cheddar Delight
Panera's mac and cheese strays from tradition with a white cheddar base. Serve it in a delightfully hollowed-out bread bowl for an added touch of decadence – or watch your waistline. Apologies in advance. Get the Panera Mac and Cheese recipe.
Boston Market's Secret Sauce Revival
Boston Market's mac and cheese takes a subtle approach, infusing a slight hint of turmeric into the sauce – perfect to complement their exquisite cornbread. Extra sauce, anyone? Get the Boston Market Mac and Cheese recipe.
Chick-fil-A's Four-Cheese Fancy Fix
Another chicken chain's triumph is Chick-fil-A's mac and cheese. With a four-cheese blend, it boasts a taste of sophistication and warmth that will fill your soul. Pair with our guide on how to make the perfect Chick-fil-A nuggets for an unbeatable meal. Get the Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese recipe.
Applebee's Symphony of Cheese with Honey Pepper Chicken
The honey pepper chicken in Applebee's Four-Cheese Mac and Cheese with Honey Pepper Chicken dish takes the center stage. But don't forget that our love for fried chicken is legendary. Get the Applebee's Four-Cheese Mac and Cheese with Honey Pepper Chicken recipe.
Cheesecake Factory's Fried Golden Bites
Dive deep into the 700-page Cheesecake Factory menu and you'll find these golden, cheesy bites. Similar to rolling in dough, this recipe requires some frying, but the taste is definitely worth it. Get the Cheesecake Factory Fried Mac and Cheese Bites recipe.
California Pizza Kitchen's Creamy Masterpiece
CPK's Crispy Mac and Cheese is swimming in cream – because who can eat just a slice of pizza these days? Since making dessert might be a bit much, indulge in this heavy side dish. Get the California Pizza Kitchen Crispy Mac and Cheese recipe.
Longhorn Steakhouse's Bacon and Panko Marvel
Longhorn Steakhouse's mac and cheese highlights the crystalline crunch of panko and the smoky essence of bacon. Top it off with barbecue sauce for an unexpected, but mouthwatering twist. Get the Longhorn Steakhouse Mac and Cheese recipe.
KFC's Kraft-y Treat
KFC's mac and cheese has a unique texture, and this homemade version is no exception. Embrace the nostalgia of the familiar Kraft-esque sauce and dig in. Get the KFC Mac and Cheese recipe.
Outback Steakhouse's Garlic Crumb Seduction
Outback Steakhouse's mac and cheese boasts a toasted garlic breadcrumb topping. To truly embrace the Australian experience, pour a schooner of beer and chow down. No worries, mate. Get the Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese recipe.
Discover More:
- for a tantalizingly smoky mac and cheese, opt for smoked Gouda or include paprika in the cheese sauce
- for a creamy, comforting dish, blend cooked macaroni with melted butter, cottage cheese, sour cream, and cheddar, then bake until golden
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Outback Steakhouse
Recipe: For an Outback Steakhouse-inspired mac and cheese, experiment with a sauce containing cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan, seasoned with black pepper, paprika, and garlic. The dish is topped with crispy, toasted garlic breadcrumbs.
Chick-fil-A
Recipe: A Chick-fil-A-inspired mac and cheese dish can be created by focusing on a smooth, creamy sauce with a hint of spice. Substitute sharp cheddar and pepper jack cheese with Monterey Jack cheese for a milder flavor.
Boston Market
Recipe: Boston Market's mac and cheese owes its rich, cheesy taste to a combination of sharp cheddar, spicy jack, and Parmesan cheese, with heavy cream and a touch of butter – along with a hint of turmeric.
Cracker Barrel
Recipe: Cracker Barrel's mac and cheese is famous for its blend of aged Cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Colby cheeses, along with cream and butter to achieve a velvety, golden-brown crust.
KFC
Recipe: In the early 2000s, KFC temporarily offered mac and cheese as a side dish. A basic recipe inspired by KFC's mac and cheese can be made with sharp cheddar, shredded gruyère, and panko breadcrumbs.
Other Insights:
- Much like beer complements cheese, pair your mac and cheese with a drink that balances the flavor profile of the dish. Lager is a versatile option, as it complements a variety of cheeses.
- Mac and cheese can be customized to suit a wide range of dietary preferences. For vegan mac and cheese, use plant-based milk, vegan cheese, and gluten-free pasta. Alternatively, use minimal cheese to lower the overall fat content.
You can experiment with the Outback Steakhouse-inspired mac and cheese recipe by mixing cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese in the sauce, seasoned with black pepper, paprika, and garlic. The dish is topped with toasted garlic breadcrumbs.
For a Chick-fil-A-inspired mac and cheese, try a smoother, creamier sauce with a hint of spice, using Monterey Jack cheese instead of sharp cheddar and pepper jack.
Boston Market's mac and cheese has a rich and cheesy taste from a combination of sharp cheddar, spicy jack, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and butter, with a hint of turmeric.
