ABC Mac & Cheese
This creamy baked macaroni casserole uses American, blue, and cheddar cheeses.
Ingredients
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8 ounces dried cavatappi, ziti tagliati, or elbow macaroni (2 cups)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1/8 teaspoon black pepper
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1-2/3 cups whole milk, heated
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1 cup shredded American cheese (4 ounces)
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3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (3 ounces)
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2 tablespoons to 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (1/2 to 1 ounce)
Directions
1.
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; set aside. Meanwhile, prepare cheese sauce.
2.
For cheese sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and pepper. Cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add milk in a steady stream. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3 minutes more or till slightly thickened and bubbly. Add cheese, stirring till melted. Stir in cooked pasta. Transfer pasta mixture to a 2-quart casserole.
3.
Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree F. oven for 20 to 25 minutes or till bubbly and heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 547, Total Fat 27 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Sodium 650 mg, Carbohydrate 51 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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