Luby’s Cafeteria Macaroni and Cheese

Luby’s Cafeteria is a popular chain of cafeterias in the United States known for their delicious macaroni and cheese.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Luby’s Cafeteria Macaroni and Cheese

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 4 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 3 cup Milk
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cup American cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk and continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, American cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika until melted and smooth.
5. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
6. Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
8. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

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.