Kiddie Mac 'n' Cheese
Recipe from Family Circle

This recipe is the classic macaroni and cheese version that has been a notable favorite with kids for centuries. Parents love this main dish because it can be prepared in less than 30 minutes.


Kiddie Mac 'n' Cheese

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Servings: 8 servings
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 17 mins
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 box
    (16 ounces) small macaroni or shells
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  • 1 cup
    milk
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  • 8 ounces
    sliced American cheese, cut up
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  • 1 cup
    shredded Cheddar cheese
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  • Pinch 
    salt
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Directions
1.
Heat large pot of lightly salted water to boiling. Add pasta and cook 11 minutes, according to package directions. Drain.
2.
Add milk to pasta pot and heat over medium heat. Sprinkle in American and Cheddar cheeses and the salt and whisk until melted and smooth.
3.
Return macaroni to pot with cheese sauce and stir to combine. Serve warm.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 388, Total Fat 14 g, Saturated Fat 8 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 379 mg, Carbohydrate 47 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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