HOMEY MAC & CHEESE RECIPE

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I also call this "My Grandson's Mac & Cheese." Zachary has been to Iraq and Afghanistan with both the Marines and Navy, and I've been privileged to make his favorite casserole for him for over 20 years. -Alice Beardsell, Osprey, Florida

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups 2% milk
5 cups (20 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until thickened.
  • Reduce heat. Stir in 3 cups cheese and Worcestershire sauce until cheese is melted.
  • Drain macaroni; stir into sauce. Transfer to a greased 10-in. ovenproof skillet. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes. Top with remaining cheese; sprinkle with paprika. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
  • Yield: 8 servings.
  • Originally published as Homey Mac & Cheese in Taste of Home
  • Nutritional Facts
  • cup equals 447 calories, 28 g fat (20 g saturated fat), 97 mg cholesterol, 701 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 22 g protein.
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