Macaroni & Cheese Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Water3 Cup (48 tbs)
 Butter1 Teaspoon
 Elbow macaroni2 Cup (32 tbs), uncooked
 Shredded cheddar cheese3 Cup (48 tbs)
 All purpose flour2 Teaspoon
 Butter1 Tablespoon
 Milk1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 Pepper1

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2413 Calories from Fat 1186

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 133 g204.7%

Saturated Fat 85 g425.2%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 417.5 mg139.2%

Sodium 4208.7 mg175.4%

Total Carbohydrates 180 g60%

Dietary Fiber 8.3 g33.3%

Sugars 14 g

Protein 105 g210.6%

Vitamin A 109.2% Vitamin C

Calcium 255.7% Iron 24.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

In a 3 quart casserole, combine water and the 1 teaspoon butter.
Cover with a lid or plastic wrap.
Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 5 to 6 minutes or until water boils.
Stir in macaroni.
Cover with a lid or pleated plastic wrap.
Micro rowave on HIGH (100%) for 10 minutes, stirring after 5 minutes.
Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes (macaroni should be al dente).
If undercooked, microwave, on HIGH (100%) for 3 to 4 more minutes.
Toss cheese and flour together, then stir into macaroni along with the 1 tablespoon butter, milk, and salt.
Season to taste with pepper.
Cover with wax paper.
Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 3 to 6 minutes (stirring after every 2 minutes) or until sauce thickens.
Stir before serving.
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