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macaroni and cheese in red round serving dish

Macaroni and Cheese

Classic elbow macaroni in a creamy sharp cheddar cheese sauce and topped with seasoned breadcrumbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 1 people

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • ½ cup milk any variety, including non-dairy
  • ¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ⅛ teaspoon dry mustard
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons Italian breadcrumbs

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt the butter over medium-high heat in a small saucepan.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the butter and cook, stirring for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in the milk and cook, whisking constantly for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in the cheese a little at a time, the dry mustard, and the salt and continue stirring until the cheese has melted.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the pasta.
  • Pour the macaroni and cheese in an oven-safe dish and top with breadcrumbs. Broil until the breadcrumbs are golden-brown. Serve hot.

Notes

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NUTRITION:
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 608kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 796mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1165IU | Calcium: 569mg | Iron: 1.5mg
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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