MACARONI AND CHEESE Recipe

Name: MACARONI AND CHEESE
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces pasta, elbow macaroni uncooked; 3 tablespoons butter or margarine; 1 each green bell peppers; 1 cup onions chopped; 1 tablespoon prepared mustard prepared; 2 cups cheddar cheese shred'; 3 tablespoons flour, all-purpose; 3 cups milk; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 x paprika; 8 teaspoons black pepper ground

Servings: persons

1
Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions for 7 minutes; drain.
2
Set aside.
3
In a pan, melt butter or margarine add flour slowly, stirring continually.
4
Slowly add milk, stirring continually.
5
Stir until mixture is smooth, add 1 cup cheese slowly, stirring continually.
6
Continue to stir and cook mixture until it just thickens.
7
Add chopped onions, mustard, green peppers, stir and remove from heat.
8
Arrange macaroni in a buttered 2 1/2 or 3-quart casserole.
9
Pour mixture over macaroni.
10
Spread the remaining cup of shredded cheese over top of macaroni mixture.
11
Sprinkle paprika on top.
12
Bake, uncovered, at 350F (180C) for 30 minutes.
13
If you like ham, put two cups of lean cubed cooked ham in the mixture before pouring over macaroni.

774

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces pasta, elbow macaroni uncooked, 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, 1 each green bell peppers, 1 cup onions chopped, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

MACARONI AND CHEESE

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