Kid Friendly Mac and Cheese

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5.0

9 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    55 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    631 kcal

  • Cuisine

    American

Kid Friendly Mac and Cheese

This kid friendly mac and cheese recipe is not only delicious, but it's super easy for kids to make themselves! It requires minimal adult supervision, and is made simply by layering ingredients in a casserole dish, then baking. If you'd like a fun recipe the whole family can enjoy making and eating together, this is for you.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions (I suggest just shy of al dente)
  • 3 cups half-and-half or whole milk
  • 12 to 18 lices American or Cheddar Cheese
  • 12 to 15 Ritz crackers
  • Salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
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Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F and grease a 13×9-inch baking pan or a large casserole dish.
  2. Spoon ⅓ of the cooked macaroni into the pan, then pour in 1 cup of the half-and-half or milk and cover everything with 4 to 6 slices of cheese. Add two more layers of pasta, half-and-half or milk, and cheese.
  3. Place the crackers in a ziplock bag and crush. Add the salt, pepper, and paprika, then sprinkle the crumbs on top of the pasta and cheese. Bake until bubbly, about 35 to 45 minutes.

Notes

  • Adapted from Ratatouille – What’s Cooking? A Cookbook For Kids

Nutrition Information

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Calories 631kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 72g (24%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 30g (46%) Saturated Fat 15g (75%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 75mg (25%) Sodium 1113mg (46%) Potassium 191mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 13g (26%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 631 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 631kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 72g 24%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 30g 46%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 1113mg 46%
Potassium 191mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 13g 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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