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Easy Cheesy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Easy Cheesy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

8 oz elbow macaroni (or whatever shape you prefer)
3 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup 2% low-fat milk
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded )
4 -5 dashes frank's red hot sauce (do not use tobasco)
salt and pepper

Directions:

Cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Melt butter in large saucepan. When melted, whisk in the flour until incorporated and cook for 30 seconds or so until thickened.
Slowly pour in cream and milk while whisking. Cook until thickened on low heat, whisking frequently. Usually 3-4 minutes.
Remove pot from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste. Once all the cheese has melted, add macaroni and stir well. Adjust salt and pepper per taste.
Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	866.73 Kcal (3629 kJ)
Calories from fat	372.76 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	41.42g	64%
Cholesterol	137.81mg	46%
Sodium	1231.43mg	51%
Potassium	794.33mg	17%
Total Carbs	89.99g	30%
Sugars	13.27g	53%
Dietary Fiber	7.9g	32%
Protein	32.53g	65%
Vitamin C	11.6mg	19%
Vitamin A	1mg	33%
Iron	4.8mg	27%
Calcium	595mg	59%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	161.02 Kcal (674 kJ)
Calories from fat	69.25 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.69g	64%
Cholesterol	25.6mg	46%
Sodium	228.77mg	51%
Potassium	147.57mg	17%
Total Carbs	16.72g	30%
Sugars	2.46g	53%
Dietary Fiber	1.47g	32%
Protein	6.04g	65%
Vitamin C	2.2mg	19%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	33%
Iron	0.9mg	27%
Calcium	110.5mg	59%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

salty
savory
bitter
sweet

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