Southern Living's Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese has an ample amount of protein to be a meatless main dish. Couple it with a steaming bowl of tomato soup for a balanced, whoesome supper. Ingredients:
1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni |
2 tablespoons butter (or margarine) |
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
2 cups milk |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper |
1 (8 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Prepare pasta according to package directions. Keep warm.
3. Melt butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in salt, peppers, 1 cup shredded cheese and cooked pasta.
4. Spoon pasta mixture into 4 lightly greased (8-ounce) ramekins; top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
5. Bake for 15 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
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