Homemade GLUTEN FREE MAC & CHEESE 𑗅 Easy Baked Recipe

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

gluten-free flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour (not gluten-free)

Almond flour is lower in carbs and adds a nutty flavor.

Prepare all ingredients before starting, including grating cheese and boiling gluten-free pasta.

Boil gluten-free pasta for a couple of minutes less than al dente to prevent mushiness when baked.

In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

Add 3 tablespoons of gluten-free flour to the melted butter and whisk to combine, creating a thick paste.

Stir in 1 teaspoon of dry mustard, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, and salt; whisk until combined.

Gradually add 3/4 cup of milk and evaporated milk, whisking until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.

Once thickened, add 2 oz of cream cheese and stir until melted and smooth.

Remove from heat and add 6 oz of freshly grated extra sharp cheddar cheese and 6 oz of American cheese slices, mixing until creamy.

Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked pasta in a large bowl or pot, tossing to coat evenly.

Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, optionally sprinkle more cheese on top, and bake for about 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

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