Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese (Copycat) Recipe

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Stouffer's Macaroni & Cheese (Copycat)
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  1. NOTE: This recipe can be prepared in two methods - crusty (baked), or creamy (stovetop). SET oven rack to center position; PREHEAT oven to 375°F if using the crusty baked macaroni and cheese option in Step 9; SPRAY a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick baking spray; SHRED 16 ounces (1 lb.) sharp cheddar cheese; SET aside.
  2. BRING 4 quarts (16 cups) water to a rolling boil; ADD 1 tablespoon salt and 4 cups dry medium elbow macaroni; BLANCH macaroni until just tender; DRAIN cooked macaroni in colander, scraping all pasta from pot.
  3. RINSE drained macaroni in colander under cold running water for 30 seconds; ALLOW macaroni to drain; RETURN empty pot to stovetop on medium-low to medium heat.
  4. MELT 6 tablespoons margarine in pot; ADD 2 tablespoons flour and 2 tablespoons cornstarch to make a roux; COOK over low heat, whisking until light golden (do not scorch).
  5. POUR in 4 1/2 cups skim milk while whisking; ADD 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon citric acid; STIR; RAISE heat to medium.
  6. ADD one (8 ounce) can Kraft Sharp Cheddar Easy Cheese; REDUCE heat to low; ADD 16 ounces shredded medium cheddar cheese; STIR constantly over lowest heat until mixture melts and becomes very smooth and consistent in texture.
  7. ADD rinsed drained macaroni to pot; WHISK to separate any clumped macaroni and combine; ADD salt to taste if necessary.
  8. POUR then scrape mixture into greased 9 x 13 baking dish (for make-ahead freezing only, use greased cake or loaf pans); SET baking dish over a large baking sheet covered with foil.
  9. FOR CRUSTY MACARONI AND CHEESE: Leave baking dish uncovered; Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes. Allow to cool and set for 10 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
  10. FOR CREAMY MACARONI AND CHEESE: Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring often until desired consistency is achieved. Serve and enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 741.51 Kcal (3105 kJ)
Calories from fat 537.8 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 59.76g 92%
Cholesterol 42.84mg 14%
Sodium 462.63mg 19%
Potassium 287.86mg 6%
Total Carbs 34.81g 12%
Sugars 6.22g 25%
Dietary Fiber 1.24g 5%
Protein 17.35g 35%
Vitamin C 0.9mg 2%
Vitamin A 0.6mg 19%
Iron 1.5mg 8%
Calcium 520.1mg 52%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 136.35 Kcal (571 kJ)
Calories from fat 98.89 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.99g 92%
Cholesterol 7.88mg 14%
Sodium 85.07mg 19%
Potassium 52.93mg 6%
Total Carbs 6.4g 12%
Sugars 1.14g 25%
Dietary Fiber 0.23g 5%
Protein 3.19g 35%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 2%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 19%
Iron 0.3mg 8%
Calcium 95.6mg 52%

* 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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Weightwatchers Points

  • 19.6
    Points
  • 21
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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