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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
12
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4 tablespoons butter, divided
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2 cups whole milk, or as needed
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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24 ounces extra-sharp yellow Cheddar cheese, cubed
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16 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed
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2 pounds elbow macaroni
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2 large eggs, beaten
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salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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2 pounds shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (optional)
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a large casserole dish.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add milk, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Mix flour with 2 to 3 tablespoons water until smooth. Add flour mixture to the saucepan, stirring constantly, and cook until sauce thickens. Add cubed extra-sharp Cheddar and cubed sharp Cheddar cheese, stirring until cheese melts. Remove from heat.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook elbow macaroni until al dente (tender with a bite), about 8 minutes, or according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a microwave-safe bowl on High, about 10 seconds. In a large bowl, combine elbow macaroni, melted butter, and eggs. Stir in cheese sauce; adding a little more milk if the sauce seems too thick. Season with salt and pepper.
Pour macaroni and cheese into the prepared casserole dish. Top with shredded cheese and seasoned breadcrumbs.
Bake in the preheated oven until golden-brown and bubbling, 35 to 45 minutes.
Cook’s Note
For Shrimp Mac & Cheese:
Slice 1 pound cleaned shrimp down the middle lengthwise. Melt 1 to 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-heat, and cook and stir shrimp just until they show a little pink color. Season with salt and pepper. Stir shrimp into the unbaked mac and cheese, reserving a few sauteed shrimp to garnish the top.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
891
Calories
64g
Fat
31g
Carbs
47g
Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
891
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
64g
82%
Saturated Fat
36g
181%
Cholesterol
214mg
71%
Sodium
1186mg
52%
Total Carbohydrate
31g
11%
Dietary Fiber
1g
5%
Total Sugars
3g
Protein
47g
95%
Vitamin C
0mg
0%
Calcium
1266mg
97%
Iron
1mg
8%
Potassium
231mg
5%
* 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.
