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Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese Recipe 🧀

Description:

Indulge in the comforting goodness of this Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese recipe. It’s a classic dish that’s not concerned with being low-fat, but rather focuses on delivering irresistible flavor that will make you forget all about counting calories. Plus, you can elevate it with some leftover ham for an even heartier meal.

  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Servings: 8
  • Keywords: Kosher, < 60 Mins, Oven, Inexpensive

Ingredients:

Quantity Ingredient
1/2 macaroni
1/4 butter
3 flour
2 1% low-fat milk
1/2 low-fat cream cheese
1/2 salt
1/2 fresh ground black pepper
1 Dijon mustard
1/2 sharp cheddar cheese
1 butter
2 fresh parsley

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 459.9
  • Fat: 26.4g
  • Saturated Fat: 15.7g
  • Cholesterol: 76.8mg
  • Sodium: 641.8mg
  • Carbohydrates: 37.9g
  • Fiber: 1.7g
  • Sugar: 5.9g
  • Protein: 17.8g

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until just al dente.
  3. Tip: Opt for scoobi-doo pasta for a fun twist!
  4. Drain the cooked macaroni thoroughly.
  5. Meanwhile, in a large pot, melt 1/4 cup of butter over medium heat.
  6. Whisk in the flour and cook until smooth and bubbly, about a minute.
  7. Gradually stir in milk, cream cheese, salt, pepper, and mustard.
  8. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  9. Cut the block of cheddar into half-inch cubes.
  10. Combine the drained macaroni and cubed cheddar cheese in the pot with the sauce, mixing well.
  11. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish coated with cooking spray.
  12. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients (butter and parsley) and sprinkle over the top of the macaroni mixture.
  13. Optional: Dust the top with paprika for added flavor and color.
  14. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve this Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese piping hot, straight from the oven, for the ultimate comfort food experience.
  • Pair it with a side salad or some steamed vegetables to balance out the richness of the dish.
  • Don’t forget to enjoy the leftovers the next day for a quick and satisfying meal!

Enjoy your hearty and delicious Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese! 🍽️

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