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Italian Sausage Mac and Cheese Casserole

A hearty and cheesy casserole with Italian sausage, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large pot
  • Baking Dish
  • Skillet

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Italian sausage casings removed
  • 2 cups macaroni uncooked
  • 3 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Instructions: 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a skillet, cook Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  • In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened. Stir in salt, pepper, and 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
  • Add cooked macaroni and sausage to the cheese sauce. Mix well.
  • Transfer mixture to a baking dish. Top with remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

Feel free to add some veggies like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Italian Sausage, Mac and Cheese
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