Great Mac and Cheese

Great Mac and Cheese

Kids love it; easy to make. Also good if you add a cup of cubed cooked ham!

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces macaroni
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1
Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour and salt and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes more.

Step 2
Add milk and macaroni to saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.

Step 3
Mix in cheese, and stir until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

408
Calories
20g
Fat
39g
Carbs
17g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 408
% Daily Value *
Total Fat20g 26%
Saturated Fat13g 63%
Cholesterol60mg 20%
Sodium670mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate39g 14%
Dietary Fiber2g 8%
Total Sugars8g
Protein17g
Vitamin C2mg 11%
Calcium362mg 28%
Iron2mg 9%
Potassium295mg 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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