Baked Macaroni & Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is a popular dish in the United States, with a long history dating back to the 18th century.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Baked Macaroni & Cheese
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
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Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
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Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
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In the greased baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Mix well.
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Sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
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Bake for 20-25 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 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 18g36%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
