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Absolutely The Easiest Baked Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

This unbelievably easy baked macaroni and cheese recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights! No pre-cooking the pasta required – just throw everything in a casserole dish and let the oven do the magic. This recipe was a hit with my family, including my picky granddaughter, and it's so quick and delicious, you'll be making it again and again. Perfect for a family dinner or a comforting weeknight meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 565.8 kcal
Protein 64g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Absolutely The Easiest Baked Macaroni And Cheese

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How to Make Absolutely The Easiest Baked Macaroni And Cheese

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked elbow macaroni, cottage cheese, milk, eggs, butter, salt, pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well to combine.
  4. Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  6. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

80g

Carbs

15g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Eggs Dairy Pasta Cheese One Dish Meal Pasta Rice And Grains Elbow Macaroni 4 Hours Or Less