Lighter Mac N Cheese

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Mac and cheese is a popular dish in American cuisine and has been enjoyed since the 18th century.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1400
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming. Add the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
  3. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the macaroni.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and the macaroni is heated through.
  6. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
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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