Mac and Cheese Casserole
Mac and Cheese Casserole is a popular comfort food dish in the United States, often enjoyed by both children and adults.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Ingredients
- 12 ounce Macaroni
- 2 cup Cheddar Cheese
- 1.5 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoon Butter
- 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk, then cook and stir until thickened.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- In a greased casserole dish, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Mix well.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top of the macaroni mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is bubbling.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 20g40%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.