Easy Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese

Easy Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese recipe pinit

Macaroni and cheese is a popular dish in North America, and it is often considered a comfort food.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 7.

Difficulty: Beginner 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

Instructions

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

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g31%
Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
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.

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