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Mom's Favorite Baked Mac and Cheese

Mom's Favorite Baked Mac and Cheese

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  • 45 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Dairy

    • 🧈 2 tablespoons butter
    • 🥛 2 cups milk
    • 🧀 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
    • 🧀 1 (8 ounce) package processed American cheese, cut into strips

  • Vegetable

    • 🧅 ¼ cup finely chopped onion

  • Spices and Seasonings

    • 🧂 ¾ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon dry mustard
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Pantry Staples

    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2

Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion for 2 minutes. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

3

Stir in milk, salt, mustard, and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until mixture boils and thickens.

4

Meanwhile, bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.

5

Add Cheddar and American cheeses to milk mixture; stir until cheese melts.

6

Combine cheese sauce and macaroni in a 2-quart baking dish; mix well.

7

Bake in preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

561

Calories

  • 28
    Protein
  • 37
    Carbs
  • 33
    Fats

💡 To reduce sodium, use low-sodium cheeses and minimal salt.For added flavor, consider adding garlic powder or paprika to the cheese sauce.Letting the dish rest after baking ensures the cheese sets properly, making serving easier.