HERB AND SPICE MAC AND CHEESE

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What herbs and spices have we infused in this melty mac and cheese, you might ask? Fresh parsley, for starters-plus a little cayenne for kick.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
2 Tbsp. butter
1 small onion, chopped
3 Tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cups milk
1-3/4 cups KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese, divided
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Cook macaroni as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile melt butter in large saucepan on medium heat. Add onions; cook 4 min. or until tender. Add flour and pepper; mix well. Cook 2 min. or until bubbly, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir 3 min or until thickened. Simmer on low heat 3 min., stirring frequently. Add 1-1/4 cups cheese; stir until melted.
  • Drain macaroni; add to sauce, stirring until coated. Pour into 1-1/2-qt. casserole dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and parsley; cover. Bake 15 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 350 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 19 g

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