Mac-N-Cheese for Grown-Ups

Mac-N-Cheese for Grown-Ups is a popular comfort food dish that originated in the United States. It is a grown-up twist on the classic macaroni and cheese, featuring a rich and creamy cheese sauce baked to perfection.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Mac-N-Cheese for Grown-Ups

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Gruyere cheese
• 2 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar and gruyere cheeses until melted and smooth.
6. Stir in the Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
7. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
8. Transfer the macaroni mixture to a baking dish.
9. In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and parsley.
10. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the macaroni.
11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the macaroni is bubbly.
12. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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.