Mac and Cheese Peas Casserole

A comforting casserole combining mac and cheese with peas.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Total Time 45 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

Oven
Baking Dish
Saucepan

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients

2 cups Macaroni
1 cup Frozen Peas
2 cups Cheddar Cheese shredded
2 tbsp Butter
2 tbsp Flour
2 cups Milk
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Mix the cooked macaroni and peas into the cheese sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

Feel free to add some breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Comfort Food

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