Lancaster County Creamy Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, dreamy Lancaster County Mac and Cheese recipe! A classic comfort food elevated with a touch of homemade goodness. This recipe, inspired by the Lancaster County Cookbook, delivers a rich, cheesy casserole perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Get ready for golden-brown bubbly perfection!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 456.5 kcal

Protein 37g

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Ingredients for Lancaster County Creamy Macaroni And Cheese

Elbow Macaroni
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Dry Mustard
Salt And Pepper
3 cups whole milk
Cheddar Cheese
Tomatoes
Crouton

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How to Make Lancaster County Creamy Macaroni And Cheese

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and lightly browned (this is your roux).
Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
Reduce heat to low. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
Stir in the cooked macaroni until well combined.
Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Arrange sliced tomatoes over the cheese, followed by the croutons.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

Fat

74g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lancaster County Creamy Macaroni And Cheese?

Lancaster County Creamy Macaroni And Cheese takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lancaster County Creamy Macaroni And Cheese?

Lancaster County Creamy Macaroni And Cheese has approximately 456.5 calories per serving, with about 37 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lancaster County Creamy Macaroni And Cheese?

The key ingredients for Lancaster County Creamy Macaroni And Cheese are Elbow Macaroni, Butter, Flour, Dry Mustard, Salt And Pepper, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.