Que Pasta Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Mac ‘n’ Cheese is believed to have originated in the United States in the 18th century and became popular during the Great Depression as a cheap and filling dish.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Que Pasta Mac ‘n’ Cheese

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 300 gram Macaroni
• 200 gram Cheddar Cheese
• 100 gram Mozzarella Cheese
• 1.5 cup Whole Milk
• 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.5 cup Bread Crumbs
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese
• 2 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for 1 minute.
3. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until melted and smooth.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
6. Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
7. In a small bowl, mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Sprinkle the mixture over the macaroni.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
9. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

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.