World’s Best Macaroni & Cheese

Macaroni and cheese originated in Italy, but it became popular in the United States during the late 18th century. Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, is credited with introducing macaroni and cheese to the American public after tasting it in Europe.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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World’s Best Macaroni & Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American Courses: Comfort Food, Lunch, 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: 4 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Macaroni
• 2 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 2 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.5 cup Bread Crumbs

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and mustard powder to make a roux.
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 cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
6. In the greased baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Mix well.
7. Sprinkle bread crumbs over the top.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
9. Let the macaroni and cheese rest for 10 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.