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5 Ingredient Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

5 Ingredient Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Ingredients:

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10 oz medium elbow macaroni
2 tbsp unsalted butter, plus more for brushing pan
2 tbsp unbleached white flour
2 1/2 cups low-fat milk
2 1/4 cups grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese, divided

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente; drain.
Melt 2 tbsp butter in sauce pan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Add milk; cook 6 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat; stir in 1 1/2 cups cheeses. Season with salt and pepper. Pour over noodles and combine.
Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup cheese.
Bake 45 minutes or until top is crisp and beginning to brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	319.84 Kcal (1339 kJ)
Calories from fat	129.13 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.35g	22%
Cholesterol	45.38mg	15%
Sodium	239.06mg	10%
Potassium	196.34mg	4%
Total Carbs	33.21g	11%
Sugars	4.88g	20%
Dietary Fiber	1.12g	4%
Protein	15.11g	30%
Vitamin A	0.7mg	23%
Iron	1.2mg	6%
Calcium	329.5mg	33%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	174.07 Kcal (729 kJ)
Calories from fat	70.28 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.81g	22%
Cholesterol	24.7mg	15%
Sodium	130.11mg	10%
Potassium	106.86mg	4%
Total Carbs	18.07g	11%
Sugars	2.65g	20%
Dietary Fiber	0.61g	4%
Protein	8.22g	30%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	23%
Iron	0.6mg	6%
Calcium	179.3mg	33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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