Grandma Sugar’s Shell Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food dish that 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: 11.

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Grandma Sugar’s Shell Macaroni and Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Shell Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
• ¹⁄₂ cup Parmesan Cheese
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Paprika
• ¹⁄₂ cup Bread Crumbs

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the shell macaroni according to package instructions.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the mixture turns golden brown.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk and continue cooking until the sauce thickens.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Drain the cooked macaroni and add it to the cheese sauce. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
6. Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 500kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

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.