Old-Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
640 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Old-Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese
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If you're looking for a side dish that is classic and perfect for a special occasion, look no further than this Old-Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese recipe!
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Ingredients
Topping:
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
Mac and Cheese
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 cups grated cheddar cheese (shred it yourself for best melting!)
- 1 pound elbow macaroni (you can also use campanelle, cavatappi, or shells)
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Instructions
- Place the topping ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine.
- Preheat oven to 400° F.
- Cook pasta in salted water* for about 3 minutes less than package directions call for, until al dente, reserving half a cup of the pasta water.
- In a large pot melt the butter and then add the flour, whisking continuously over low-medium heat for 2-3 minutes to make a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer, whisking occasionally, 3 to 4 minutes, or until sauce is gently bubbling and starting to thicken.
- Add reserved pasta water and cheddar cheese and whisk until melted.
- Stir in the pasta.
- Transfer to a greased 9"x13" baking dish.**
- Sprinkle topping on macaroni and cheese.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until top is golden and bubbling.
Notes
- * Use about 2 Tbsp of kosher salt for 4 quarts of water.
- ** If making ahead, mixture can be cooled after this step to room temperature, covered and then refrigerated for up to a day.
- * Use about 2 Tbsp of kosher salt for 4 quarts of water.
- ** If making ahead, mixture can be cooled after this step to room temperature, covered and then refrigerated for up to a day.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
640kcal
(32%)
Carbohydrates
59g
(20%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
31g
(48%)
Cholesterol
90mg
(30%)
Sodium
590mg
(25%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 640 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 640kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 590mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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