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Baked Macaroni and Cheese in the Ninja Foodi Recipe

This baked macaroni and cheese recipe is made using the Ninja Foodi, combining creamy cheese sauce with perfectly cooked macaroni, topped with a golden brown cheese crust.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Ninja Foodi

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon paprika

Instructions: 

  • Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  • In the Ninja Foodi, melt the butter using the sauté function.
  • Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste.
  • Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth and thickened.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
  • Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the Ninja Foodi at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Notes:

For a crispier top, you can broil the macaroni and cheese for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 1.5mg

Keywords:

Keyword Comfort Food, Macaroni and Cheese, Ninja Foodi
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