Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 lb elbow macaroni
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
5 tbsp unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups whole milk
3 1/2 cups (about 14 oz) grated sharp cheddar

Directions:

Heat oven to 400° F. Butter a casserole or 9-by-13-inch baking dish.Cook the macaroni until almost tender but still firm, about 2 minutes less than the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parsley (if using), oil, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and the pepper; set aside. In a saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter. Stirring constantly, add the flour and cook for 3 minutes; the mixture will clump together. Still stirring constantly, add the milk slowly. Cook for 7 minutes. Add the Cheddar and the remaining salt and cook, stirring, until thick and creamy, about 5 minutes. Add the macaroni and combine. Transfer to the baking dish and top with the bread crumb mixture. Bake until golden and bubbling slightly around the edges, about 25 minutes. Tip: You can vary the flavor of the bread crumbs by using a different herb, such as thyme or oregano. Or minimalists can choose to omit it.To Freeze: Make the bread-crumb mixture and place it in a resealable freezer bag. Assemble (but do not bake) the casserole. Cover tightly with two layers of aluminum foil. Store both for up to 3 months.To Reheat: Thaw the casserole overnight in the refrigerator or thaw partially in the microwave. Sprinkle the bread-crumb mixture over it. Cover and heat in a 350° F oven for 40 minutes. Uncover and heat until bubbling, about 20 minutes more.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	4234.89 Kcal (17731 kJ)
Calories from fat	1453.22 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	161.47g	248%
Cholesterol	294.17mg	98%
Sodium	8948.87mg	373%
Potassium	3690.84mg	79%
Total Carbs	542.14g	181%
Sugars	93.74g	375%
Dietary Fiber	21.47g	86%
Protein	144.41g	289%
Vitamin C	20mg	33%
Vitamin A	0.7mg	24%
Iron	20.6mg	114%
Calcium	2490.2mg	249%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	180.17 Kcal (754 kJ)
Calories from fat	61.83 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.87g	248%
Cholesterol	12.52mg	98%
Sodium	380.72mg	373%
Potassium	157.02mg	79%
Total Carbs	23.06g	181%
Sugars	3.99g	375%
Dietary Fiber	0.91g	86%
Protein	6.14g	289%
Vitamin C	0.8mg	33%
Iron	0.9mg	114%
Calcium	105.9mg	249%

* 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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