Mac and Cheese Rice Cooker Recipe

Mac and cheese is a classic comfort food 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 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Mac and Cheese Rice Cooker Recipe

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In the rice cooker, melt the butter and stir in the flour to make a roux.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
4. Add the cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper to the rice cooker.
5. Stir well to combine.
6. Close the rice cooker and cook on the 'cook' setting for 20 minutes.
7. Open the rice cooker and sprinkle breadcrumbs and parsley on top.
8. Close the rice cooker again and let it rest for 5 minutes.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

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.