Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and cheese is a popular comfort food in the United States and is often served as a side dish or a main course.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Mustard powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and mustard powder until well combined.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
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 until well coated.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Let the macaroni 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.