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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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To save $$, I get the various cheese ends that most grocery deli counters offer at a discount. The greater the variety of cheeses used, the better this recipe tastes. Ingredients:
3 tablespoons butter |
3 cups milk (warm) |
1/4 cup flour |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1/8 teaspoon cayenne powder |
1/2 teaspoon paprika |
1 teaspoon onion powder |
4 cups cheese, shredded (mild cheddar, swiss, and american are a good mix, but use what you have on hand) |
1 (14 -16 ounce) box macaroni, cooked (any type you prefer) |
6 tablespoons parmesan cheese |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F Coat a casserole dish with butter or olive oil spray.
2. Melt the butter in a large saucepan, stir in flour gradually and whisk until smooth. Cook 1 minute.
3. Whisk in the warm milk & cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat and stir in all the spices and the 4 cups cheese. NOT the parmesan. Stir until all cheese is melted. (The mixture should have a smooth consistency).
5. Stir in the cooked Macaroni until well coated with sauce.
6. Pour mixture into buttered casserole. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over top.
7. Bake for 30 minutes, or until hot & bubbly with slightly browned edges.
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