Comfort Diner Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Comfort Diner Macaroni and Cheese
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Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees; butter a 9-inch square baking pan.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil (over high heat); add macaroni and cook 8-10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cool water.
  3. Place drained macaroni in a large mixing bowl; drizzle with the oil.
  4. In a small saucepan over med-high heat, warm the milk.
  5. In a large saucepan over med-low heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter; sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly until the flour is absorbed and the mixture is bubbling gently and is lightly golden (2-3 minutes).
  6. Gradually add in the warm milk, whisking constantly.
  7. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a simmer, stirring with a wooden spoon until smooth and slightly thickened.
  8. Add in the American cheese and fontina; remove pan from the heat.
  9. Whisk the mixture until the cheese is almost completely melted, stir in the salt, pepper, and mustard.
  10. Pour the sauce over the macaroni; stir to combine.
  11. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan.
  12. In a small bowl, combine the shredded cheddar and the breadcrumbs; sprinkle evenly over the macaroni.
  13. Cut the remaining teaspoon of butter into small bits and dot the casserole.
  14. Bake on teh middle rack for 20-25 minutes or until bubbling and a crust begins to form.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 777.97 Kcal (3257 kJ)
Calories from fat 333.06 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 37.01g 57%
Cholesterol 102.54mg 34%
Sodium 1070.24mg 45%
Potassium 551.8mg 12%
Total Carbs 77.21g 26%
Sugars 12.82g 51%
Dietary Fiber 3.27g 13%
Protein 33.42g 67%
Vitamin A 0.5mg 17%
Iron 3.1mg 17%
Calcium 701.4mg 70%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 226.68 Kcal (949 kJ)
Calories from fat 97.05 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.78g 57%
Cholesterol 29.88mg 34%
Sodium 311.84mg 45%
Potassium 160.78mg 12%
Total Carbs 22.5g 26%
Sugars 3.74g 51%
Dietary Fiber 0.95g 13%
Protein 9.74g 67%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 17%
Iron 0.9mg 17%
Calcium 204.4mg 70%

* 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 18
    Points
  • 21
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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