Creamy Mac & Cheese

Mac and cheese is a classic comfort food dish that originated in the United States and has become popular worldwide.

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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Creamy Mac & Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Pasta 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 cup Mozzarella Cheese
• 1.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Flour
• 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and mustard powder, stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
5. In a baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni and the cheese sauce. Mix well.
6. Top with mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 20g40%

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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.