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Mac and Cheese Recipe

A classic, creamy mac and cheese recipe.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni
  • 4 tbsp Butter
  • 4 tbsp All-purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Milk
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Instructions: 

  • 1. Cook macaroni according to package instructions and drain.
  • 2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • 3. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
  • 4. Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 5. Combine cheese sauce with cooked macaroni and transfer to a baking dish.
  • 6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.

Notes:

For a crispy topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the mac and cheese before baking.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Comfort Food
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