Mac & Cheese Casserole

Mac & Cheese Casserole is a popular comfort food in the United States and is often served at potlucks and family gatherings.

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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Mac & Cheese Casserole

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Dish 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
• 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 Bread Crumbs
• 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

1. Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
2. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Gradually whisk in milk, then bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
4. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
5. Drain macaroni and add it to the cheese sauce. Mix well.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased casserole dish.
7. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over the macaroni mixture.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
9. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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.