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Bev's Macaroni and Cheese

Recipe #30366 | 45 min | 20 min prep | SERVES 6 (Change Servings)

RECIPE BY: Bev

This is the recipe I have been using for Macaroni and Cheese since the beginning of time! Truly a classic and a staple on our family table. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do. A great side dish to be served with my Meatloaf Barbecue Style!

Posted on: Jun 4, 2002

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • cups grated cheddar cheese
  • ounces dry elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions
  • Directions

    1. 1
      Melt butter in medium saucepan.
    2. 2
      Stir in flour, salt, mustard and pepper until smooth.
    3. 3
      Remove from heat and gradually stir in milk until smooth.
    4. 4
      Stirring constantly, cook over medium heat until thickened (about 10 minutes).
    5. 5
      Remove from heat.
    6. 6
      Stir in 1 1/2 cups cheese until melted.
    7. 7
      Combine cheese mixture with macaroni in greased 2 quart casserole.
    8. 8
      Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
    9. 9
      Bake in 375 degree oven for 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
    10. 10
      Makes 6 servings.

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    From: Ashleybegood

    On May 16, 2008

    I also found that you need more then 8oz of macaroni for all the liquid. I used 12. Very good taste though!

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    From: Nougat

    On May 14, 2008

    I made this last night, I followed the recipe exactly cept for a good dash of cayenne and the cheese, I used extra sharp cheddar, and montery jack, it was what I had on hand. I'm genetically predisposed to make macaroni and cheese that's a little dry and grainy. I say this because it's obviously something I do, I mean, over a hundred rave reviews can't be wrong! So, I'm going to say only that this was excellent! And I mean it, the taste was phenomenal, I will try this recipe again. Thanks!

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  • From: SaraFish

    On Jun 26, 2002

    This is divine! I've never made macaroni and cheese from scratch and this is so delicious! I followed the recipe for the sauce exactly except for adding a little more cheese in the sauce then it calls for (because we like extra-cheesy food). It was perfect - lightly tangy and very flavorful. I think the dry mustard really makes it taste so good (although it doesn't taste like mustard at all). I used mild cheddar cheese and skim milk and I can't say enough about how good it came out. The only gray area for me was the measurement of the macaroni. I believe it should read 8 ounces dry macaroni (then cook it) rather than 8 ounces of cooked macaroni. And actually it made so much sauce that I was able to use a whole 12 ounce package of rotini pasta. Super good - a real keeper. I'll make this over and over again! Thanks, Bev!

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  • From: Lennie

    On Jun 25, 2002

    Bev, this simple dish is absolutely wonderful; very creamy — real comfort food. My family's alltime favourite mac-and-cheese is my own version, but I like to try different ones as well and this one is sure a winner. It was very easy to put together (using ingredients I always have on hand, another plus) and was devoured by my family. This one's a real keeper; thanks!

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    Nutrition Facts

    Serving Size 1 (190g)

    Recipe makes 6 servings

    The following items or measurements are not included below:

    1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

    1/4 teaspoon pepper

    Calories 420
    Calories from Fat 187 (44%)
    Amount Per Serving %DV
    Total Fat 20.8g 31%
    Saturated Fat 12.8g 64%
    Monounsaturated Fat 5.7g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
    Trans Fat 0.0g
    Cholesterol 63mg 21%
    Sodium 700mg 29%
    Potassium 265mg 7%
    Total Carbohydrate 39.4g 13%
    Dietary Fiber 1.5g 5%
    Sugars 0.9g
    Protein 18.6g 37%
    Vitamin A 636mcg 12%
    Vitamin B6 0.1mg 6%
    Vitamin B12 0.7mcg 11%
    Vitamin C 1mg 2%
    Vitamin E 0mcg 1%
    Calcium 403mg 40%
    Iron 2mg 11%

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