Cornbread-Topped Apple Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and cheese is a popular comfort food in the United States, and this recipe adds a unique twist by incorporating apples and a cornbread topping.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Cornbread-Topped Apple Macaroni and Cheese

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Elbow macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 medium Apple, peeled and diced
• 1 small Onion, diced
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 2 cup Milk
• 1 cup Cornbread mix
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the diced apple and cook for another 3 minutes.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the onion and apple mixture, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Slowly pour in the milk while stirring, then cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
5. In a separate bowl, prepare the cornbread mix according to package instructions. Stir in the egg.
6. In a greased baking dish, spread the cooked macaroni evenly. Pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni. Spoon the cornbread mixture over the cheese sauce, spreading it out evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
9. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 10g

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.