Best Ever Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and cheese is a classic American dish that originated from macaroni pie, a British dish brought to the American colonies by English settlers.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Best Ever Macaroni and Cheese

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese
• 2 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
7. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
9. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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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.