Ingredients for Rachel's Fancy Macaroni And Cheese
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Mustard Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Pasta Shells
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How to Make Rachel's Fancy Macaroni And Cheese
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook 1 pound elbow macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Set aside.
- Melt 1/4 cup butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in 3 cups milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in 2 cups of the reserved cheese mixture until melted and smooth.
- Gently combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni.
- Pour the macaroni and cheese into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese mixture over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
21 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
50g
Carbs
9g
