Crunchy Crusted Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Name: Crunchy Crusted Macaroni And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 2 cups milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 2 cups grated cheese, preferably cheddar and American; 1 1/2 cups crisp rice cereal (rice krispies); 2 tablespoons melted butter

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 cups grated cheese, preferably cheddar and American
1 1/2 cups crisp rice cereal (rice krispies)
2 tablespoons melted butter

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Cook macaroni until it is al dente; drain.
3
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan; add the flour and cook, stirring constantly over low heat 2-3 minutes.
4
Add the milk gradually, mixing the ingredients to incorporate the flour mixture and make a smooth sauce.
5
Add the salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
6
While still stirring, add the cheese and continue to cook 4-5 minutes until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
7
Pour the sauce over cooked macaroni and mix them thoroughly.
8
Pour this mixture into a buttered baking dish.
9
Combine rice krispies and 2 tablespoons butter and sprinkle this over the cheese-coated macaroni.
10
Bake about 30 minutes or until the top is crispy.

679

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons flour, 2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Crusted 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.

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