Baked Mac and Cheese

May 05, 2023May 5, 20230 9
A classic, creamy mac and cheese dish baked to perfection
in Comfort

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups elbow macaroni
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp ground mustard
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
500
Sugar
3g
Fat
25g
Baked Mac and Cheese is a classic comfort food dish that's perfect for any occasion. This creamy and delicious recipe is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. The baked casserole is topped with crispy panko bread crumbs, adding a satisfying texture to the velvety cheese sauce. Serve as a main dish or as a side.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Cook macaroni according to package directions.
3.In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat.
4.Add flour, salt, black pepper, ground mustard, and cayenne pepper, whisking until mixture is smooth and bubbly.
5.Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until mixture is smooth.
6.Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
7.Add cooked macaroni to cheese sauce and stir to combine.
8.Pour mixture into a greased baking dish.
9.Top with panko bread crumbs.
10.Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

PROS

Creamy and comforting, baked to crispy perfection

CONS

High in calories, fat, and carbs

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Provides a good source of calcium to build strong bones and teeth

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