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Healthy Recipe

Classic Baked Mac and Cheese

A creamy cheddar macaroni casserole with a crisp breadcrumb topping.

Classic Baked Mac and Cheese
Prep 20 minCook 30 minServes 8Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 lb elbow macaroni
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 4 cups milk
  • 4 cups shredded cheddar
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Cook macaroni until barely al dente.
  2. Make a roux with butter and flour.
  3. Whisk in milk and simmer until thick.
  4. Stir in cheese, then combine with pasta.
  5. Top with breadcrumbs and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes.

Nutrition snapshot

650calories28gprotein4gfiber70gcarbs30gfat

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary by ingredients, brands and portions.