Dad’s Homemade Macaroni and Cheese
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Macaroni and cheese is a popular comfort food in many countries, but it originated in Italy and was brought to the United States by Thomas Jefferson.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Dad’s Homemade Macaroni and 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. Add the flour and whisk until smooth.
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Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously. Cook until the mixture thickens.
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Add the cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
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Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and mix well.
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Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
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Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 15g30%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.