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A creamy, classic mac and cheese perfect for celebrating cheesy comfort food.
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz elbow macaroni
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook macaroni in salted water until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a saucepan and whisk in flour. Cook briefly.
  3. Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
  4. Lower heat and stir in cheeses until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Add cooked pasta and stir until fully coated. Serve or bake if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 17gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve stovetop for extra creaminess or bake for a golden crust.

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