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Happy Kids Macaroni and Cheese

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Happy Kids Macaroni and Cheese
SERVES
6
COOK TIME
35 Min

This Happy Kids Macaroni and Cheese won't just make your kids happy, its rich and creamy taste will make everyone happy.

What You'll Need

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

What to Do

  1. In a soup pot, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
     
  2. In the same pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add flour, salt, and pepper; stir to mix well. Gradually whisk in milk; bring to a boil and cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Stir in Cheddar cheese until melted.Return macaroni to pot; mix well. Add mozzarella cheese and cook until cheese is melted and mixture is heated through.

Notes

  • This is sure to create smiles when you pack it in your kids' lunch thermoses. If they have it along with a cup of low-fat milk, they'll be well on their way to getting their daily calcium requirements.
     
  • Why not bring a lovely, old-fashioned end to this meal with our delicious Fried Apples!

Nutritional InformationShow More

Servings Per Recipe: 6

  • Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
  • Calories 691
  • Calories from Fat 287
  • Total Fat 32g 49 %
  • Saturated Fat 20g 98 %
  • Trans Fat 0.1g 0 %
  • Protein 36g 71 %
  • Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
  • Cholesterol 100mg 33 %
  • Sodium 1,015mg 42 %
  • Total Carbohydrates 64g 21 %
  • Dietary Fiber 2.5g 10 %
  • Sugars 6.7g 0 %

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My family loves this mac-n-cheese but my problem is the leftovers. What is the best way to reheat so it's creamy again ? Low slow on the stove ?

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