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Mac and Cheese

Creamy Mac and Cheese: A Cozy Twist on Comfort Food

This creamy mac and cheese offers a delightful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for a cozy evening.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni or other pasta shapes like shells or cavatappi
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar or a mix of medium and sharp
  • 1 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese
  • 2 cups Milk whole milk or half-and-half
  • 4 tbsp Butter unsalted
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 tsp Mustard Powder or Dijon mustard
For Topping (Optional)
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs or panko
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or extra cheddar

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Boil a large pot of water, adding one teaspoon of salt. Cook the elbow macaroni for about 6.5 minutes until slightly undercooked. Drain well.
  3. Combine the drained macaroni with butter in a baking dish. Mix until the butter has melted and lightly coats the pasta.
  4. Pour in the evaporated milk and crack in the eggs. Season with remaining salt and pepper, mixing thoroughly.
  5. Add your cheese chunks, stirring gently until combined and melted within the mixture.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, stir, and continue baking for an additional 25 minutes until golden crust forms.
  7. Optional: Sprinkle paprika on top before baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Quality cheese matters, and feel free to customize with spices or different cheese blends.

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