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Italian Mac and Cheese

A delicious twist on the classic mac and cheese with an Italian flair.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 600 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups Milk
  • 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup Butter
  • ¼ cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in the milk, and cook until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni and mix well.
  8. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 600mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Mac and Cheese
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