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Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

A classic comfort food dish that's perfect for any occasion. Creamy, cheesy, and baked to perfection.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • ¼ cup Butter
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Milk
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 ½ cups of cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Combine cheese sauce with cooked macaroni and mix well.
  7. Pour into a baking dish and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  8. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Comfort Food, Macaroni and Cheese
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