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Mac and Cheese

Mac and Cheese

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 470
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper
  • a pinch garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar for topping

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Whisk
  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water for about 6 minutes until very al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Melt butter in the pasta pot over medium heat.
  4. Whisk in flour and cook for about a minute.
  5. Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  6. Remove the pot from heat and stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth.
  7. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  8. Mix in the cooked pasta until well coated.
  9. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  10. Sprinkle additional shredded cheddar on top.
  11. Bake for 20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling.
  12. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 470kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 23gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 775mgPotassium: 364mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese for unique flavors. Sharp cheddar, Gruyère, and cream cheese create a wonderfully creamy texture. This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings; it also freezes well before baking. To make it kid-friendly, consider calling it 'princess pasta' and let children help sprinkle cheese on top! If you want to elevate the dish, try adding crispy bacon or roasted vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower.
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