Macaroni and Cheese
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Macaroni and Cheese is a popular dish in American cuisine and has been enjoyed for centuries. Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, is said to have introduced macaroni and cheese to America after tasting it in Europe.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Macaroni and Cheese
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
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Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook until the sauce thickens.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
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Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
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Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a baking dish.
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Sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
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Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 500kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 20g40%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.