Classic Macaroni and Cheese

Classic Macaroni and Cheese

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This is the classic baked Mac and Cheese of my childhood. You can add sun-dried tomatoes if you wish, or sometimes I substitute minced garlic for the salt and pepper to give it added zing! It can make Saturday Night more fun!

Servings per recipe: 6
Calories per serving: 701
Preparation time: 10m
Total cooking time: 1h 10m

Ingredients:


  • 1 (16 ounce) package macaroni
  • 1 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk

Directions:


  • 1   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • 2   Grease a 2 quart casserole dish. Place a quarter of the macaroni in the bottom, followed by an even layer of one-quarter of the cheese slices. Dot with butter and season with salt and pepper. Repeat layering three times. Pour evaporated milk evenly over the top of all.
  • 3   Bake, uncovered, for one hour, or until top is golden brown.

Nutrion facts:


Total Fat 33.5g 52%
    Saturated Fat 20.0g  
Cholesterol 103mg 34%
Sodium 552mg 22%
Potassium 348mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 64.9g 21%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g 13%
Protein 34g 68%
Sugars 8g  
Vitamin A 964IU  
Vitamin C 1mg  
Calcium 724mg  
Iron 3mg  
Thiamin 0mg  
Niacin 11mg  
Vitamin B6 0mg  
Magnesium 70mg  
Folate 155mcg