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Bowl of creamy mac and cheese with melted cheese and spices, a comfort food dinner recipe

Classic Mac and Cheese

A creamy and comforting mac and cheese recipe that's perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Temps de préparation 10 minutes
Temps de cuisson 20 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Portions: 4 people
Type de plat: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingrédients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to form a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine.
  6. Serve immediately or transfer to a baking dish and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes for a crispy top.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtéines: 18gFat: 22gLipides saturés: 13gCholéstérol: 65mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFibre: 2gSucre: 6gVitamine A: 15IUCalcium: 35mgFer: 2mg

Notes

For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream to the cheese sauce. You can also top with breadcrumbs before baking for added texture.

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