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Mac And Cheese Recipe

A classic comfort food dish that's creamy, cheesy, and easy to make.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. 3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
  4. 4. Gradually whisk in the milk, and cook until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
  5. 5. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. 6. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, and stir to coat evenly.
  7. 7. Pour the macaroni and cheese into a baking dish, and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Comfort Food
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