How to Make Mouse's Macaroni and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Macaroni and cheese is a beloved comfort food that often brings back memories of childhood. The creamy, cheesy pasta dish is a classic that never goes out of style. There are countless variations of mac and cheese out there, but one that stands out is Mouse's Macaroni and Cheese. This recipe is a favorite among friends and family, and always gets rave reviews whenever it's served.

What sets Mouse's Macaroni and Cheese apart from other recipes is its rich and creamy texture, and the pe...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups milk
  • 8 ounces American cheese, cubed
  • 8 ounces processed cheese food (eg. Velveeta), cubed
  • ¼ cup seasoned dry bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Butter a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook until not quite done, about 6 minutes. Drain.
  • In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Blend in the flour, mustard powder, and pepper until smooth. Slowly stir in the milk, beating out any lumps. Add the American and processed cheeses, and stir constantly until the sauce is thick and smooth.
  • Drain noodles, and stir them into the cheese sauce. Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle bread crumbs over the top.
  • Cover the dish, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until sauce is thick and bubbly.
  • Nutrition

    463 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 78mg
    • Sodium: 1333mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 540mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 398mg