HEALTHY MAC & CHEESE WITH BECHAMEL-CHEDDAR SAUCE
Developed this recipe on my own, inspired by multiple recipes I found online. The evaporated milk helps the cheese sauce stay creamy and not curdle when cooked. 100% whole wheat pasta and bread give this recipe a healthy take that adults and children will love!
Provided by Silly_Mommy
Categories Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Add macaroni, bring to a boil, then simmer on medium-high heat until al dente (a little less than fully cooked). Set aside ½ cup of pasta water. Drain pasta and immediately rinse with cold water.
- In the same pot used for the macaroni, melt butter and add flour. Whisk until mixture looks like a paste and is light beige in color. Slowly pour in evaporated milk while whisking, and continue until fully incorperated. Simmer and stir for another 3-4 minutes for sauce to thicken Stir in nutmeg, mustard, and salt.
- Remove from heat and add cheese and pasta water. Continue stiring until cheese is fully melted. Pour macaroni back into and stir until fully mixed with sauce.
- (This step is for topping.) Break apart bread in large peices and pulse in food processor with melted butter until bread is in small crumbs. Mix with cheese and cayenne pepper and set aside.
- Pour macaroni mixture into a 9x13 casserole dishes and spread bread/cheese mixture over the top.
- Bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees.
- Remove from oven when top is slightly browned and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
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Malang Ji
[email protected]This mac and cheese is amazing! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that it's made with healthy ingredients, so I can feel good about eating it.
Cheyanne Lavoie
[email protected]I've made this mac and cheese several times now and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that I can use different types of cheese to create different flavor combinations.
Kelvina Smith
[email protected]This is the best mac and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it's always perfect. I love the creamy bechamel sauce and the sharp cheddar cheese.
urania flores
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best mac and cheese I've ever had. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Kham Ishaq
[email protected]This mac and cheese is amazing! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that it's made with healthy ingredients, so I can feel good about eating it.
M.r Habib
[email protected]I've made this mac and cheese several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use different types of cheese to create different flavor combinations.
Primo_718
[email protected]This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that I can use whatever cheese I have on hand. It's the perfect dish for a busy weeknight.
Eiad El-Sisi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe is a game-changer. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the cheddar cheese is perfectly sharp. I'll definitely be making this again.
Shreeram Sah
[email protected]This mac and cheese is a family favorite. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the kids love it.
ItzLuna122 12
[email protected]I've made this mac and cheese several times now and it's always perfect. It's my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Heidery J Losch
[email protected]This is the best mac and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.
Abdul Nasir
[email protected]I love this mac and cheese! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is always cooked perfectly.
Raees Ferooz
[email protected]This mac and cheese is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
sayful islam
[email protected]This mac and cheese is the best I've ever had. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again!
janina bella
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The bechamel sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the cheddar cheese is perfectly sharp. I'll definitely be making this again.
CHARAK BAHINI
[email protected]This mac and cheese is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever cheese I have on hand. It's the perfect comfort food for a busy weeknight.
E_R Gaming
[email protected]I made this mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Muhammad Jamshaid Qadeer
[email protected]This mac and cheese was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the creamy, cheesy sauce and the perfectly cooked pasta. I will definitely be making this again soon.
ANISUR RAHAMAN
[email protected]I've tried many mac and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The bechamel sauce is the secret ingredient that makes this dish so special. It's so creamy and flavorful, and it pairs
The Voice 1
[email protected]This mac and cheese is a game-changer! The bechamel sauce adds a creamy, luxurious texture that takes this dish to the next level. And the cheddar cheese is perfectly sharp and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again!