Full Cool Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food dish that originated in Italy. It was brought to the United States by Thomas Jefferson, who fell in love with the dish while visiting Italy and served it at a state dinner in 1802.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Full Cool Macaroni and Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Main Course 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: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 12 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.5 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the macaroni according to package instructions.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
4. Drain the cooked macaroni and add it to the cheese sauce. Stir until well coated.
5. Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a baking dish.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the macaroni and cheese.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
8. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 3g

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.