Macaroni and Cheese

Homemade macaroni and cheese is worth the effort for the comforting "welcome home" feeling it evokes. This version with a crushed crouton topping is the perfect blend of creamy and crunchy.

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Macaroni and Cheese

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Homemade macaroni and cheese is worth the effort for the comforting "welcome home" feeling it evokes. This version with a crushed crouton topping is the perfect blend of creamy and crunchy.

AuthorAuthor: Mary Ann

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American, Vegetarian

Servings 8 servings

Calories 324

Ingredients

  

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• ½ lb. elbow macaroni
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
• 1 tablespoon hot/ warm water
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup seasoned croutons, crushed

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Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350°.
• Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain thoroughly and return to pan.
• Stir in butter and egg; mix mustard and salt with water and add to macaroni.
• Add cheese, reserving ½ cup to sprinkle on the top.
• Pour into a greased 2 quart casserole dish. Pour milk over noodles and cheese – do not stir it in but distribute evenly. Sprinkle with cheese and croutons.
• Bake for about 45 minutes or until set and the top is brown.

Nutrition per serving

Calories: 324 calCarbohydrates: 25 gProtein: 16 gFat: 18 gSodium: 602 mgFiber: 1 gSugar: 3 g

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