Ingredients for Rich N Cheesy Macaroni
- Elbow Macaroni
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
- All Purpose Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 3 cups milk
- Process American Cheese
- Small Curd Cottage Cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Soft Breadcrumbs
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How to Make Rich N Cheesy Macaroni
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Grease a 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour, salt, and sugar until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in American cheese until melted and smooth.
- Stir in cottage cheese and sour cream until combined.
- Pour cheese sauce over cooked macaroni in the prepared baking dish, stirring to combine.
- Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- In a small bowl, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter.
- Toss bread crumbs in melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
67 g
Sugar
30g
Fat
134g
Carbs
17g
