Festive Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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Festive Macaroni and Cheese
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Directions:

  1. In a large skillet, sauté scallions, bell pepper, and jalapeno until softened; drain.
  2. Cook macaroni just until al dente, 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  4. Add flour; whisk while cooking, and cook until smooth and lightly browned.
  5. Whisk in evaporated milk, milk, and spices; stir until thickened.
  6. Stir in American cheese; allow to melt thoroughly. Add cheddar in one-cup increments, melting thoroughly between additions.
  7. Mix sauce with vegetables and pasta; add to greased 13 x 9 inch pan.
  8. Top with breadcrumbs.
  9. Bake, uncovered, at 350 F 40-45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 747.61 Kcal (3130 kJ)
Calories from fat 316.05 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 35.12g 54%
Cholesterol 103.55mg 35%
Sodium 1665.23mg 69%
Potassium 619.46mg 13%
Total Carbs 76.25g 25%
Sugars 10.53g 42%
Dietary Fiber 5.96g 24%
Protein 33.57g 67%
Vitamin C 73.7mg 123%
Vitamin A 1.9mg 64%
Iron 9.8mg 55%
Calcium 726.8mg 73%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 170.32 Kcal (713 kJ)
Calories from fat 72 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g 54%
Cholesterol 23.59mg 35%
Sodium 379.38mg 69%
Potassium 141.13mg 13%
Total Carbs 17.37g 25%
Sugars 2.4g 42%
Dietary Fiber 1.36g 24%
Protein 7.65g 67%
Vitamin C 16.8mg 123%
Vitamin A 0.4mg 64%
Iron 2.2mg 55%
Calcium 165.6mg 73%

* 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

  • 17.1
    Points
  • 20
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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