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Meaty Mac and Cheese

A rich and hearty mac and cheese dish featuring tender minced beef and a creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for a comforting solo meal.

Total time
55min
20 prep, 35 cook
Per serving
972kcal
59 g protein
Difficulty
Moderate
Ingredients
£2.26
average cost
  • High Protein
Meaty Mac and Cheese

Nutrition per serving

This Meaty Mac and Cheese recipe contains 972 calories per serving, making it a hearty meal option. Each serving provides 59g of protein, 78g of carbohydrates, and 47g of fat, making it high in protein.

972kcal
Protein59g24% of calories
Carbs78g32% of calories
Fat47g43% of calories
Fibre
5g
Sugar
10.9g
Saturated fat
27.9g
Salt
4.1g

Ingredients

Servings
1

Method

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  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan/gas mark 4).
  2. Fill a pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil. Add macaroni and cook according to the packet instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. While the pasta is cooking, in a frying pan, add the minced beef and cook over medium heat until browned. Break it up with a spatula as it cooks.
  4. Finely chop the onion and garlic. Add them to the beef and cook for another 5 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
  5. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the flour and whisk continuously to form a roux. Cook for about 2 minutes, ensuring it does not brown.
  6. Slowly add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Add the grated cheddar cheese to the sauce, stirring until completely melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
  8. Combine the cooked macaroni, beef mixture, and cheese sauce in an ovenproof dish. Mix well to ensure that the pasta and beef are evenly coated with the cheese sauce.
  9. Optional: Top with a little extra grated cheese if desired.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  11. Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

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Meaty Mac and Cheese: questions

How long does it take to make Meaty Mac and Cheese?
This recipe takes 55 minutes in total - 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.
Is Meaty Mac and Cheese suitable for meal prep?
Meaty Mac and Cheese is a moderate-level recipe that's great for dinner. With 59g of protein per serving, it's excellent for meal prep.
What are the main ingredients in Meaty Mac and Cheese?
The key ingredients are Lean Beef Mince 5%, Semi-Skimmed Milk, Butter. This recipe is part of our American cuisine collection.
Is Meaty Mac and Cheese healthy?
This recipe contains 972 calories per serving with 59g of protein and is suitable for high protein diets.
What diets is Meaty Mac and Cheese suitable for?
This recipe is specifically suited for High Protein diets. It provides 59g of protein per serving.

Recipe from MealMatcher.co.uk