Three-Cheese Mac & Cheese

Mac 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 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Three-Cheese Mac & Cheese

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Elbow macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
• ¹⁄₂ cup Parmesan cheese
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 4 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 2 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• ¹⁄₂ cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until melted and smooth.
4. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
5. Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
7. Let the mac and cheese rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 500kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

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.