Herb and Spice Mac and Cheese

Mac and Cheese is a popular comfort food that originated in the United States. It is loved by people of all ages and is often enjoyed as a side dish or main course.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Herb and Spice Mac and Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

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

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 cup Bread Crumbs
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to 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 until smooth. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
4. Stir in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
6. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish.
8. Sprinkle bread crumbs over the top.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
10. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

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.