Mac & Cheese Lasagna

Mac & Cheese Lasagna combines the flavors of traditional macaroni and cheese with the layers of lasagna, creating a comforting and indulgent dish.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Mac & Cheese Lasagna

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
• 1 cup Parmesan Cheese
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 4 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• 4 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1 cup Crushed Tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Basil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
5. In a separate saucepan, combine the crushed tomatoes, sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. In a baking dish, spread a layer of the cheese sauce, followed by a layer of cooked macaroni, and a layer of the tomato sauce. Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used, ending with a layer of cheese sauce on top.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
10. Garnish with fresh basil and parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 20g40%

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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.