20-Minute Mac and Cheese

Health score
12%
20-Minute Mac and Cheese
20 min.
8
400kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a creamy, cheesy delight that can be whipped up in just 20 minutes? Look no further than this 20-Minute Mac and Cheese! Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend lunch, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. With its rich blend of flavors and textures, it’s sure to become a family favorite.

This recipe features small pasta shells enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce, enhanced by the subtle kick of ground mustard and the freshness of green onions and red bell pepper. The combination of sharp Cheddar cheese and half-and-half creates a luscious, creamy consistency that clings to every bite of pasta. Plus, it’s versatile enough to serve as a side dish or a main course, making it a great addition to any meal.

Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or just looking for a comforting dish to enjoy on your own, this Mac and Cheese is a delightful choice. With only a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a delicious, homemade meal on the table in no time. So grab your saucepan and whisk, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 14 oz shells 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 12 oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper red chopped
  • cups frangelico 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  2. Meanwhile, in 3-quart nonstick saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour, salt, mustard and pepper. Cook over low heat 20 seconds, stirring constantly, until butter is absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat; gradually beat in half-and-half with wire whisk.
  4. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in cheese until melted.
  5. Stir pasta, onions and bell pepper into sauce. Cook, stirring constantly, until hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories400kcal
Protein17.05%
Fat41.03%
Carbs41.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30
Glycemic Load
17.44
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.610000060952%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:399.94kcal
20%
Fat:18.13g
27.89%
Saturated Fat:8.9g
55.62%
Carbohydrates:41.68g
13.89%
Net Carbohydrates:39.78g
14.46%
Sugar:1.75g
1.95%
Cholesterol:42.52mg
14.17%
Sodium:460.23mg
20.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.95g
33.91%
Selenium:45µg
64.29%
Calcium:315.98mg
31.6%
Phosphorus:297.05mg
29.71%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.37%
Zinc:2.32mg
15.47%
Vitamin A:728.61IU
14.57%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.4%
Magnesium:40.5mg
10.12%
Copper:0.17mg
8.41%
Vitamin C:6.56mg
7.96%
Fiber:1.9g
7.61%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.57%
Vitamin K:7.89µg
7.51%
Folate:29.4µg
7.35%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.22%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.9%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.83%
Iron:0.98mg
5.44%
Potassium:169.26mg
4.84%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.28%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.88%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.7%