Mac N Cheese Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food! This creamy, cheesy mac and cheese recipe is perfect as a satisfying side dish or a hearty main course. Easy to follow instructions and guaranteed cheesy goodness make this a family favorite.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 247.2 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mac N Cheese

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How to Make Mac N Cheese

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Gradually whisk in 3 cups of milk until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and comes to a simmer (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup shredded American cheese until melted and smooth.
  5. Add 1 pound cooked macaroni (elbow macaroni is recommended) and stir to combine.
  6. Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

31g

Carbs

8g