Mac and Cheese Nuggets Recipe Video

A mouthwatering mac & cheese recipe with a tasty twist!

Summary

Preparation Time25 MinCooking Time25 Min
Ready In50 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
CuisineCourse
TasteMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Parmesan cheese1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), grated (divided)
 Butter1 1⁄2 Tablespoon
 All-purpose flour2 Tablespoon
 Milk3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs)
 Cheddar cheese1 1⁄4 Cup (20 tbs), shredded
 American cheese slices1⁄4 Pound, chopped
 Egg yolk1 Medium, beaten
 Paprika1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Elbow macaroni8 Ounce, cooked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2517 Calories from Fat 1193

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 134 g206.4%

Saturated Fat 86.9 g434.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 564.1 mg188%

Sodium 3447.5 mg143.6%

Total Carbohydrates 211 g70.4%

Dietary Fiber 9.3 g37.1%

Sugars 25.5 g

Protein 115 g229.3%

Vitamin A 98.9% Vitamin C 1.5%

Calcium 253.4% Iron 42.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Preheat the oven to 425 F.
2. Lightly grease mini muffin cups, sprinkle 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese in cups and tap out excess.

MAKING
3 In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
4. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes, whisking continuously.
5. While still whisking add in milk and bring to boil, about 5 minutes.
6. Stir in Cheddar and American cheeses and remove from heat and stir well until smooth.
7. In a bowl, transfer the cheese mixture and whisk in egg yolk and paprika and stir well to mix.
8. Add in macaroni and fold well until well coated.
9. Place rounded tablespoons of macaroni mixture into prepared tins; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan.

FINALIZING
10. Bake in oven for, about 10 minutes or until hot and golden.
11. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes; carefully transfer to a serving plate.

SERVING
12. Serve hot as desired.

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