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Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

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Serve up an old favorite with a flavorful twist tonight! A few special ingredients added to this classic dish makes it absolutely irresistible!

Estimated Times
Preparation Time: 20 mins
Cooking Time: 45 mins

Servings: 8 servings

ingredients
1 lb. elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cans (12 fl. oz. each) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon mild ground paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 1/2 cups grated sharp, white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

directions
PREHEAT the oven to 400° F. Butter 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

MELT butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions; cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Whisk in flour; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture turns light brown, about 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in evaporated milk, salt, black pepper, paprika and nutmeg. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes. Add cheese and stir until melted. Add macaroni and stir until thoroughly coated. Remove from heat. Pour mixture into prepared dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs.

BAKE for 30 to 35 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown. Garnish with parsley, as desired.
nutritional information
Calories: 620 Calories from Fat: 260 Total Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 19 g Cholesterol: 95 mg Sodium: 990 mg
Carbohydrates: 63 g Dietary Fiber: 3 g Sugars: 16 g
Protein: 25 g

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reviews

Lisa B. from Gulfport, MS

11/23/09

Rated:

A little dry

I added some crab meat to this recipe which gave it a nice flavor, but I found the final product to be a little dry. Next time I will bake it at a lower temperature, then it will be perfect!

Sandie G. from Wildomar, CA

04/27/09

Rated:

So Satisfying

I have a family of seven, so this recipe needed to be increased. I served it with a spinich salad and warm homemade bread. On a chilly evening, it was perfect for even my picky eater.

ROSE B. from Bessemer City, NC

04/25/09

Rated:

MACARONI &CHEESE

THIS WAS VERY SIMPLE AND EASY TO MAKE.I LEFT OUT THE NUTMEG AND IT TASTED GREAT. LOVED THE TEXTURE

Paula P. from Cassadaga, NY

04/13/09

Rated:

ed Macaroni and Cheese

Had high expectations -- especially after I stirred the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce. After baking is was quite bland and could have used only 1/2 of the bread crumbs. I'll keep looking for a "keeper" mac and cheese recipe...

Jennifer Y. from Somersworth, NH

04/12/09

Rated:

Yummy Mac & Cheese

This was fantastic!! I love homemade macaroni and cheese and this was one of the best. I don't like onions so I omitted that but added 1/2 cup more shredded cheddar cheese. It was beyond delish! I can't wait to make this for the next family gathering.

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