Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and cheese is a popular comfort food in the United States, with various regional and gourmet variations.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.5 cup Bread Crumbs

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until it forms a paste.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk, then add the Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
6. Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
7. Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over the top.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 48g16%

Sugars 7g

Protein 18g36%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.