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SKILLET MAC & CHEESE RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT



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This creamy mac and cheese is so simple it’s almost too easy! Kids always go for the rich cheese flavor, but I’ve never met an adult who didn’t love it just as much. —Ann Bowers, Rockport, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Total Time 25 minutes

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups uncooked pasta (about 8 ounces), such as elbow macaroni, cavatappi or shells
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3/4 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
Optional toppings: Fresh arugula, halved cherry tomatoes and coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted., Add macaroni; cook and stir until heated through. Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 calories, FatContent 37g fat (23g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 144mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 1185mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, FiberContent 1g fiber), ProteinContent 23g protein.

MEDLINEPLUS: SKILLET MAC AND CHEESE



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Try this Skillet Mac and Cheese with your kids! When kids help make healthy food, they are more likely to try it. In this recipe, you can show kids how to grate cheese and measure and mix ingredients.

Provided by Food Hero

Total Time 30 minutes

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 1/2 cups uncooked macaroni
1 teaspoon butter or margarine
2 Tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard (or 1 teaspoon prepared mustard)
1 1/4 cups nonfat or 1% milk
1 1/4 cups (5 ounces) grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a 10-inch non-stick skillet or pan bring water to a boil.
  • Add the macaroni and butter or margarine. Stir a few times to prevent sticking.
  • Cover the pan and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 5 minutes (do not drain the water).
  • Meanwhile, mix flour, salt and dry mustard in a small bowl. Add 1/4 cup of milk and stir until smooth. Add remaining milk. Set aside.
  • Take the lid off the skillet and cook macaroni until most of the water is gone.
  • Stir and add milk mixture and cheese. Mix well. Cook and stir until all the cheese melts and the sauce is bubbly and thick.
  • Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup (275 grams), Calories 340 calories, FatContent 13 grams, SaturatedFatContent 7 grams, CholesterolContent 35 milligrams, SodiumContent 420 milligrams, FiberContent 0 grams, ProteinContent 16 grams, CarbohydrateContent 37 grams

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