Multigrain Mac and Cheese

Multigrain Mac and CheeseAlexandra Grablewski
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Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 20m | Total Time: 30m

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook the macaroni according to the package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the bread crumbs and cook, stirring, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper and the parsley (if desired). Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  4. Wipe out the saucepan and melt the remaining tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  5. Whisk in the milk and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has slightly thickened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  6. Add the Cheddar and ½ teaspoon salt and whisk until the cheese melts. Stir in the macaroni. Divide among bowls and sprinkle with the bread crumbs.
By Kate Merker and Sara Quessenberry, 

Nutritional Information

  • Per Serving
  • Calories 758 (46% from fat)
  • Fat  39g (sat 18g)
  • Cholesterol  100mg
  • Carbohydrate  73g
  • Sodium  1007mg
  • Protein  37g
  • Fiber  7g
  • Sugar  6g
What does this mean? See Nutrition 101.

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Green beans
Make it a meal: Serve the macaroni and cheese with green beans sautéed in butter and garlic. 

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