Quick and easy to prepare, this family
favorite is always a welcomed addition for lunch or at dinnertime.
Traditional
Macaroni & Cheese
- 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 (12-ounce) can NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated
Milk
1 cup water
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese - divided use
- Preheat oven to 375°F
(190°). Grease 2-quart casserole dish.
- 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.
Makes 6 servings
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
Per Serving: Calories: 290 Calories from Fat: 140 Total Fat:
15 g Saturated Fat: 9 g Cholesterol: 50 mg Sodium: 540 mg Carbohydrates:
26 g Dietary Fiber: .5 g Sugars: 5 g Protein: 13 g
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used with permission.
