Old Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 tbsp butter or 3 tbsp margarine
2 tbsp flour
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 (7 oz) package elbow macaroni

Directions:

Heat oven to 350°F.
Melt butter in large saucepan on low heat, add flour and salt, mix well. Cook appx. 2 minutes or until bubbly.
Gradually add milk, stirring until well blended. Stirring constantly, cook on medium heat until it boils and the mixture starts to thicken.
Reduce heat to low and let simmer until thickened, about 3-5 mintues.
Add 1-1/2 cups of the cheese, cook until melted, stirring constantly.
Add macaroni and mix lightly.
Put into 1-1/2 quart casserole dish, sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
Bake for 20 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	267.83 Kcal (1121 kJ)
Calories from fat	170.26 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	18.92g	29%
Cholesterol	56.45mg	19%
Sodium	532.63mg	22%
Potassium	182.77mg	4%
Total Carbs	11.13g	4%
Sugars	4.6g	18%
Dietary Fiber	0.49g	2%
Protein	12.95g	26%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	2%
Iron	0.7mg	4%
Calcium	383.3mg	38%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	196.04 Kcal (821 kJ)
Calories from fat	124.62 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	13.85g	29%
Cholesterol	41.32mg	19%
Sodium	389.87mg	22%
Potassium	133.78mg	4%
Total Carbs	8.15g	4%
Sugars	3.37g	18%
Dietary Fiber	0.36g	2%
Protein	9.48g	26%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	2%
Iron	0.5mg	4%
Calcium	280.5mg	38%

* 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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