Best Macaroni & Cheese! Recipe

Name: Best Macaroni & Cheese!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/4 cup butter; 1/4 cup flour; 2 1/2 cups milk; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 tablespoon spicy mustard; 1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese; 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1/4 parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1 lb elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon spicy mustard
1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 parmesan cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1
Bring one gallon of water to a boil and add a splash of olive oil and 1 tbls. salt.
2
Cook the pasta until tender but still firm, about 12 minutes, stirring frequently. Drain.
3
Melt butter in a pan and stir in flour and cook for a few minutes.
4
Heat milk until hot and slowly add to the roux (butter and flour).
5
Add the rest of the ingredients except bread crumbs and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
6
Spread in greased 13 x 9 pan and sprinkle on remaining cheese and breadcrumbs.
7
Bake at 375u00b0 F for 20 minutes.

635

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Protein

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb elbow macaroni, 1 tablespoon salt, 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup flour, and more.

Yes, Best Macaroni & 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.

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