Baked Mac & Cheese
A soul-warming classic, Baked Mac & Cheese combines tender elbow macaroni with a rich, cheesy sauce, topped with a golden, crispy layer of bread crumbs and melted cheese. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of paprika and black pepper, this dish brings comfort and flavor to every bite. Ideal for family gatherings or as a side to your favorite Southern mains.
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Baked Mac & Cheese
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Servings8
Cook Time45 Minutes
Calories307
Ingredients
12 oz whole-wheat or gluten-free macaroni
1 (12 oz) can fat-free evaporated milk
8 oz fat-free cream cheese
2 cups (8 oz) reduced-fat sharp cheddar, grated
1 tsp yellow mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp sweet paprika
1/3 cup Progressoâ„¢ Bread Crumbs
2 Tbs parmesan cheese, grated
1 Tbs extra virgin olive oil
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375° F. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with nonstick spray. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add macaroni. Cook according to package directions. Drain macaroni, reserving 1/2 cup water. Add back to the pot.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring evaporated milk to a simmer. Cut the cream cheese into several large chunks. Slowly add to the milk, stirring until each piece is completely melted. Add cheddar, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring until melted before adding more cheese. Turn off the heat. Stir in the mustard, salt, pepper and paprika.
- Pour cheese sauce over macaroni. Stir to completely coat. Add to baking dish. Cook for 15 minutes. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, parmesan and oil. Remove dish from oven. Scatter breadcrumb mixture over the top. Bake for 10 more minutes or until the top is golden.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 307, Fat: 6 g (3 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 16 mg, Sodium: 563 mg, 
Carbohydrates: 44 g, Fiber: 4 g, Protein: 20 g.
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Prep Time
45 minutes
Cook Time
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Servings
307
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Kraft Cheese, Reduced Fat, Sharp Cheddar - 7 Ounce
$3.79 was $4.49$0.54/oz
Brookshire's Yellow Mustard, Gluten Free - 8 Ounce
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Brookshire's Black Pepper, Ground - 3.1 Ounce
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Progresso Bread Crumbs, Plain - 15 Ounce
$2.49 was $2.79$0.17/oz
Brookshire's Parmesan Cheese, Grated - 8 Ounce
$3.69 was $4.19$0.46/oz
Brookshire's Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 8.5 Fluid Ounce
$6.99$0.82/fl oz
Nutritional Information
Calories: 307, Fat: 6 g (3 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 16 mg, Sodium: 563 mg, 
Carbohydrates: 44 g, Fiber: 4 g, Protein: 20 g.
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375° F. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with nonstick spray. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add macaroni. Cook according to package directions. Drain macaroni, reserving 1/2 cup water. Add back to the pot.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring evaporated milk to a simmer. Cut the cream cheese into several large chunks. Slowly add to the milk, stirring until each piece is completely melted. Add cheddar, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring until melted before adding more cheese. Turn off the heat. Stir in the mustard, salt, pepper and paprika.
- Pour cheese sauce over macaroni. Stir to completely coat. Add to baking dish. Cook for 15 minutes. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, parmesan and oil. Remove dish from oven. Scatter breadcrumb mixture over the top. Bake for 10 more minutes or until the top is golden.