Baked Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Name: Baked Macaroni And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8-ounce) package dried elbow macaroni or favorite pasta (about 2 1/4 cups, uncooked); 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk; 1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce; 1 (8-ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (about 2 cups); 2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional); Toppings (optional):; 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 (8-ounce) package dried elbow macaroni or favorite pasta (about 2 1/4 cups, uncooked)
1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1 (8-ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional)
Toppings (optional):
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Turn heat to medium; gradually whisk in milk, and cook over medium heat, stirring or whisking constantly until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in pasta, mustard, and next 4 ingredients, stirring just until cheese begins to melt.
3
Pour pasta mixture into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano or more Cheddar. If desired, top with fresh breadcrumbs, and drizzle evenly with melted butter.
4
Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 25 minutes or until bubbly and golden. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

505

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8-ounce) package dried elbow macaroni or favorite pasta (about 2 1/4 cups, uncooked), 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) butter, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Baked Macaroni And Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Baked Macaroni And Cheese

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