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Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Cultural Context

Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese is a beloved American comfort food, often associated with family gatherings and potlucks. Its origins trace back to the 18th century, with roots in both Italian and English cuisines, evolving into the creamy, cheesy dish we know today. This dish has become a staple at barbecues and holiday dinners, with countless variations featuring different cheeses and toppings.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
chicken meat
tomato paste
dried oregano
onion
bell pepper
luncheon meat
cheddar cheese
garlic
pickles
sliced chicken
400 grams pasta
2 tbsp flour
1/2 cup water
bechamel sauce
quick melt cheese
small amount of evap milk

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier for sautéing.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, evaporated milk is cost-effective.

1

Boil the chicken meat, set aside the broth after.

2

Slice the chicken into small pieces.

3

Put the 400 grams pasta into the chicken broth, cook until tender.

4

Sautee the garlic, onion and chicken.

5

Add the luncheon meat, cheese, tomato paste, bell pepper. You can add a small amount of water, simmer for 1 minute.

6

Add condensed milk to make the taste balance.

7

Add the pickles, oregano, black pepper and salt to taste.

8

Mix the pasta with the sauce.

9

In a heated pan, add the bechamel sauce, mix with quick melt, milk and flour mixture. Mix well.

10

Top the pasta with the white sauce, preheat the oven and bake for 45 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Mac and CheeseBaked Macaroni

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