Bahamian Macaroni and Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is a popular dish in Bahamian cuisine and is often served as a side dish with fried fish.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Bahamian Macaroni and Cheese
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
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In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
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Stir in the flour, mustard powder, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Slowly whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese and half of the grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
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Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
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Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
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Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
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Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 15g30%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
