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Traditional Macaroni & Cheese
This baked version of Traditional Macaroni & Cheese is quick and easy to prepare. This family favorite is always a welcomed addition for lunch or at dinnertime.
In this recipe
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups (about 7 ounces) dry small elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 can (12 fluid ounces) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
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Instructions
COMBINE cornstarch, salt, mustard and pepper in medium saucepan. Stir in evaporated milk, water, and butter. Cook over medium-heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in 1½ cups cheese until melted. Add macaroni; mix well. Pour into prepared casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese.
BAKE for 20 to 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and light brown.
NOTE: To transform Macaroni & Cheese from a simple dish to a savory one-dish meal, add 1 cup chopped ham or hot dogs after milk mixture comes to a boil.
Nutritional Information
% Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g 23%
- Saturated Fat 9g 45%
- Cholesterol 50mg 17%
- Sodium 540mg 22%
- Carbohydrates 26g 9%
- Dietary Fiber .5g 3%
- Vitamin A 10%
- Vitamin C 0%
- Calcium 30%
- Iron 4%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 13g
* Percentage Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.