Southern Mac & Cheese
Southern Mac & Cheese is a classic American comfort food main course combining sharp cheddar and mild Colby cheese with tender macaroni in a velvety sauce. The Thermomix TM7 melts the butter and cheese with gentle heat control while stirring automatically, giving a silky sauce without lumps or sticking. Seasoned with garlic powder, salt and pepper, it is pure creamy indulgence for the whole family.
About this recipe
Southern Mac & Cheese Thermomix TM7 is the ultimate American comfort food recipe: tender macaroni wrapped in a velvety sauce of sharp cheddar and mild Colby cheese, seasoned with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Searching for easy mac and cheese recipes for your all-in-one kitchen machine? This quick weeknight dinner delivers restaurant-quality creaminess without standing at the hob. The TM7 melts the unsalted butter and whole milk with gentle heat control, then blends the two cheeses into a lump-free sauce while stirring automatically, so the cheese never catches or splits. Baked until golden, the contrast between the creamy interior and the crispy top makes this macaroni and cheese a winner at family tables, potlucks and cosy weekends. Children love the mild, cheesy flavour, while adults appreciate the depth that freshly grated cheese brings compared to pre-packaged alternatives.
Preparation tips
- Grate the cheddar and Colby yourself just before making the sauce, as pre-grated cheese contains anti-caking agents that can make the Mac & Cheese sauce grainy instead of silky.
- Spray the baking dish thoroughly with the non stick cooking spray, including the corners, so the golden cheese crust releases cleanly and every portion keeps its shape when served.
- For a deeper southern flavour, let the finished macaroni rest a few minutes after baking; the cheddar and Colby sauce thickens and coats every pasta tube more intensely.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-light version: replace the whole milk with lactose-free milk and use lactose-free cheddar and Colby alternatives; the TM7 melts them just as evenly for an equally creamy mac and cheese.
- Festive southern variation: stir crispy bacon bits and a pinch of smoked paprika through the macaroni before baking, adding a smoky barbecue note that pairs beautifully with the cheddar and Colby.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Gentle melting - The Thermomix melts the butter and cheddar with soft heat control into a silky sauce without burning. [Temperature control]. [Precision Control]
- Automatic stirring - The TM7 stirs the milk and cheese sauce hands-free while you coat the baking dish with cooking spray. [Hands-free]. [Hands-Free]
- Even mixing - Consistent mixing from the Thermomix blends Colby and seasonings into macaroni uniformly in seconds. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
- Built-in weighing - The integrated scale of the TM7 weighs the macaroni and milk directly in the bowl for exact ratios. [Built-in scale]. [Precision Control]
- Fresh grating - Grating cheddar in the Thermomix gives fresher melting behaviour than pre-grated cheese for a creamier result. [Grating]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- non-stick cooking spray
- cheddar cheese
- Colby cheese
- water
- unsalted butter
- whole milk
- macaroni pasta
- salt
- white pepper
- garlic powder