Patti Labelle’s Macaroni and Cheese

Patti Labelle’s Macaroni and Cheese is a famous recipe created by the American singer and actress Patti Labelle. It gained popularity for its rich and creamy cheese sauce and crispy bread crumb topping.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Patti Labelle’s Macaroni and Cheese

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 cup Elbow macaroni
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 4 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 4 cup Milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Colby cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 cup Bread crumbs

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the macaroni according to the 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 heavy cream. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby, and Parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth.
6. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
7. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
8. Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
9. Sprinkle the bread crumbs evenly over the top.
10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
11. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

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.