Delicious Tomato Macaroni and Cheese casserole recipe, ready in less than 1 hour.
If you add tomatoes to macaroni and cheese, that makes it a healthy dish, right? I’m glad you agree with me!
For this recipe we are mixing 2 cups of fresh chopped tomatoes with some cheesy macaroni noodles. If you don’t have fresh, don’t worry I got you covered too. Instead substitute it with 1 can of diced tomatoes. I have a entire macaroni and cheese recipe section now and check out how many of them have vegetables in… I really love getting veggies cheesy! So next time you’re craving some homemade mac and cheese add some tomatoes! Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 2 cups macaroni noodles
- 8 oz cheese either cheddar or mozzarella
- 2 cups fresh diced tomatoes or 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
Instructions
- In a large pot boil macaroni noodles per directions on box. Drain and put half in a greased casserole dish.
- Take half of cheese and add on top of macaroni.
- Put remaining half of macaroni noodles on top, then top again with remaining cheese.
- Stir together diced tomatoes, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, thyme and pepper in bowl. Pour over macaroni mixture.
- Spread bread crumbs on top of dish.
- Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.
DORIS B says
Sounds delish. For a little kick, think I’ll add a can of rotel tomatoes instead of plain!!
Pamela says
Yum Doris, that sounds great!
CAPTAIN GEORGE DOWLING says
lol… Being an “Irishman”, that grew older, [Never “UP”!]; with MY SICILIAN,”PAISANS”!… WE WERE RAISED, EATING MACARONI & CHEESE, PREPARED THIS WAY?… LOL. Having my first taste of the Kraft, boxed version, at a friends house, [at about age 12?…], a white kid!….[ Non – Italian!]; for Dinner, i was perplexed, at why alot of kids, Raved about this method of preparation?… lol
Alexis @ Upside Down Pear says
This sounds soooo delicious and tomatoes are my favorite!!! I can eat them like apples. I can’t wait to try this 🙂
Peter @ Feed Your Soul Too says
I love adding different food items into my macaroni and cheese. I really like what you did and the topping looks great.
Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says
Yum! I need to do more experimenting with veggies in mac and cheese. I think this recipe will be a great place to start! I’m anxiously awaiting my first homegrown tomatoes of the season, too. 🙂
whatjessicabakednext says
This looks divine!
Choc Chip Uru says
Tomatoes are made for mac and cheese, delicious addition 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Sarah & Arkadi says
yum! looks so comforting!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says
Tomatoes make everything healthier 😀 This dish sounds delicious! I’m loving this combination!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
obviously this mac n cheese is health food. I know I’ll feel super proud of myself when I make it like-look at me! Eatin tomatoes (and mac n cheese)! 😀
Amy @ Elephant Eats says
I always add some sort of veggie to my mac n cheese! Tomatoes are a lovely addition…even better if they’re fresh. Now I want some mac n cheese…
Carol at Wild Goose Tea says
Who doesn’t love Mac and Cheese. Despite the fact there are many ways to prepare it, I have never done the tomato inclusion. Yay another excuse to make another batch of Mac and Cheese. You are my friend. Lol. Hey I am a gardener too. I am liking your gardening blogs also.
Monica says
Tomatoes are such a great way to wake up mac & cheese…I adore tomatoes in almost everything and it is a great mate for pasta. I can just imagine your tomato planting excitement. Our farmer’s market opened up last Sunday and it was just amazing to walk among all the fresh produce and herbs.
Sophie says
A yummy easy peasy recipe too! Yeah for tomato plants! I have 4 tomato plants in larger pots!
Kumar's Kitchen says
oh those lovely tomato saplings…beautiful…and this dish is an all time favorite comfort food with a tangy-sweet tomato twist…loved it,thanks 🙂
Jamie@Milk N Cookies says
I’m a mac ‘n’ cheese fiend, and I feel like I can always count on you to share a new mac ‘n’ cheese recipe! And yes, adding in some fresh tomatoes definitely makes it a healthy dinner (in my book, at least!)
Debra says
I thought I slathered on the sun screen Saturday as I worked in the garden planting our little tomatoes…..nope—I am nursing a horrendous sun burn. What ever lead me to wear a tank top?!?!?!? 🙂
Pamela says
Get that big brim hat on Debra! Sorry that happened, it’s the worst. 🙁
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent says
Tomatoes and Mac n cheese combined is a genius idea…..can’t wait for the garden update!
Gretchen @ Two Healthy Kitchens says
Yes, yes I do love my veggies covered in cheese! That is the very best kind! And who doesn’t love a good mac n cheese recipe??? This one … it’s comfort food … sorta all grown up!
Mary Frances says
Of course I agree with you! One never argues with mac and cheese, you know 😉
Mary Frances says
Perfect comfort food. I like that baked macaroni and cheese has become more popular, it’s so much better with that crust!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
I can never resist mac and cheese! Love the addition of tomatoes!
Michelle says
Yum! I love a cheesy breadcrumb crust. 🙂 As a result of your post, I have been Google searching different things like, “When is the best time to grow tomatoes in Portland?” Turns out, it is almost time! I have a bunch of notes I am currently writing down. The plan is to visit a nursery this week armed with a bit of knowledge before making any final decisions. 🙂
Pamela says
Grow Michelle grow! Can’t wait to see your veggies in a few months!
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
This is one of my favourite comfort treats!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
Love the addition of tomatoes to macaroni and cheese. Plus you can’t go wrong with a bread crumb topping!
Ashley says
It was pretty hot here this weekend – summer is definitely coming fast! And I love this mac and cheese – tomatoes are one of my favorites!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
Just gorgeous Pam! Anything with tomatoes and cheese has to be incredible! Have a wonderful week!
Helen @ Scrummy Lane says
My hubby and I shared a grilled cheese sandwich with tomato added (on the inside and outside) today, Pamela, and somehow the tomato made it so much tastier. So … love this tomatoey version of macaroni cheese!
Also, soooo inspired by your tomato-growing. I would LOVE to be able to do that one day not too far away!