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Macaroni and Cheese

Serves 4
Time 45 min
Everyone loves this nostalgic favorite. Here we've added roasted peppers, garlic and sharp cheddar cheese to the classic macaroni and cheese.
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces dried small whole wheat or spelt elbow macaroni
  • 1 (12.0-ounce) jar red and yellow roasted peppers, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 cups low-fat (1%) milk
  • 2 tablespoons wheat or spelt flour
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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Method

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain well.

Meanwhile, cut peppers into quarters and place in the bowl of a food processor.

Add mustard, cayenne, and garlic and process until smooth.

Transfer mixture to a small pot and whisk in milk and flour.

Cook over medium high heat, whisking constantly, until thickened.

Stir in cooked and drained macaroni and 3/4 cup of the cheese and season with salt and pepper.

Transfer macaroni mixture to a 9x9-inch baking dish.

Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until browned and bubbly. Serve hot.

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  • 8 ounces dried small whole wheat or spelt elbow macaroni
  • 1 (12.0-ounce) jar red and yellow roasted peppers, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 cups low-fat (1%) milk
  • 2 tablespoons wheat or spelt flour
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Shop with Prime

Exclusively for Prime members in select ZIP codes.