Mac N Cheese Please!

Macaroni and cheese originated in Italy and was brought to the United States by Thomas Jefferson, who served it at a state dinner in 1802.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Mac N Cheese Please!

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 300 gram Macaroni
• 200 gram Cheddar Cheese
• 500 ml Milk
• 50 gram Butter
• 50 gram All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper
• 50 gram Bread Crumbs

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine.
6. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
7. Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
9. Let the mac and cheese rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 500kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

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.