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Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
“This is the ultimate mac-and-cheese,” declares Cindy Hartley of Chesapeake, Virginia. It's creamy, thick and very rich, and it holds the wonderful cheddar flavor. Cindy adds, “Once you taste it, you will be hooked.”
6 ServingsPrep: 20 min. Bake: 35 min.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 cups 2% milk
  • 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
  • 8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large
  • saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add
  • milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until
  • thickened.
  • Reduce heat; stir in the sour cream, process cheese, Parmesan cheese,
  • salt, mustard and pepper until smooth and cheese is melted.
  • Drain macaroni; toss with cheddar cheese. Transfer to a greased 3-qt.
  • baking dish. Stir in cream sauce.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown
  • and bubbly. Yield: 6 servings.
© Taste of Home 2012

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Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 653 calories, 46 g fat (30 g saturated fat), 143 mg cholesterol, 1,141 mg sodium, 35 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 25 g protein.
Wine: Full-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.
© Taste of Home 2012