Macaroni cheese is one of my all time favourite family suppers, you just can’t beat it for a spot of autumnal comfort food. My mum’s macaroni cheese was always so inviting, especially when she popped some bacon on top with cheese and breadcrumbs and whipped it under the grill until it went crispy. Divine.
So i’ve developed my own little version using a chorizo, cheese and polenta crust for a slightly different take. I’ve also used my trusty little enamel pie dishes so everyone gets their own portion. This helps when you’ve got a vegetarian in the family who requires a slightly different version. The boys also adore having their very own dish of dinner – ownership is king in this house!
You can get hold of these little enamel pots really cheaply in kitchen supply shops. They’re lightweight, don’t smash and clean up a dream in the dishwasher. They also happen to look very attractive in photos!
I’ve vegged this recipe up with a head of broccoli cut into tiny florets and boiled for the last couple of minutes with the macaroni. You can do the same with cauliflower if you like. It’s just a good way of getting some extra vegetables into your brood. I also like to serve this with heaps of salad on the side.
Once again this is another recipe for Parentdish, so you’ll have to pop over there to get the recipe, but I do hope you’ll try it as it really is very very goooooooooooood!
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I’m entering this into this month’s round of Speedy Suppers hosted in turn by myself and Sarah at Maison Cupcake. We’ve got a cheesy theme going on, so head on over for more quick and cheesy ideas!
I’ll also throw it into the mix for Extra Veg because of the broccoli i’ve got in there, hosted this month by Emily at A Mummy Too on behalf of Fuss Free Flavours and Utterly Scrummy.
That looks divine! I want!
Thanks Sarah – just polished off the leftovers for my dinner after a long day!
Hungry now!
Hehe sorry Jan – they do have that effect!
such a lovely idea to make individual pots like this, love the added broccoli too. So pretty!
Thanks Dom – I like to break up the beige with a spot of colour!
Love the extra veg and the use of polenta. Definitely bookmarking this one.
Thanks Sally – I’m having a bit of a polenta moment currently! It’s going in everything š
A perfect meal for all the family, what a winning idea. Your additions are just great, definitely making this next week!
Thanks Laura… it’s nice to add a few new ingredients to an old favourite, stops things getting too boring!
I love mac and cheese but have never added chorizo before.. definitely something I need to do. Thanks for the idea!
Ooh you definitely need to try it Thalia!
Hi. Waoo this looks so delicious š
Thanks Kim š
First time on your blog and I must say I am impressed!! Delicious recipes!
Thanks so much Ami!
These sound delicious!!
Thank you Lilli – they went down a treat with the family.