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Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese Casserole

A classic baked macaroni and cheese casserole with a creamy texture.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 30 minutes
Temps total 45 minutes
Portions: 6 people
Type de plat: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingrédients
  

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

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese, salt, and pepper until melted.
  6. Add cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
  7. Transfer to a baking dish. Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtéines: 22gFat: 24gLipides saturés: 14gCholéstérol: 70mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 280mgFibre: 2gSucre: 8gVitamine A: 700IUCalcium: 450mgFer: 2mg

Notes

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving for best texture.

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