wisconsin mac and cheese

Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

Great comfort food. From Bon Appetit, November 1995.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For wisconsin mac and cheese

  • 1 1/3 c
    small elbow macaroni
  • 1 slice
    whole wheat bread
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 2 Tbsp
    all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 c
    low-fat milk
  • 3/4 c
    canned vegetable broth, or chicken broth
  • 2
    green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 c
    grated sharp cheddar cheese, packed

How To Make wisconsin mac and cheese

  • 1
    Cook macaroni in medium saucepan of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, grind bread in processor to fine crumbs; transfer to small bowl.
  • 3
    Melt butter in medium saucepan. Mix 1/2 tablespoon into crumbs.
  • 4
    Add flour to remaining butter; whisk over medium heat 2 minutes.
  • 5
    Gradually whisk in milk and broth. Bring to boil, whisking constantly.
  • 6
    Add green onions. Whisk 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat. Add cheese; stir until melted.
  • 7
    Preheat broiler.
  • 8
    Mix macaroni into sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 9
    Spoon into 9-inch pie plate. Sprinkle crumbs over.
  • 10
    Broil until crumbs brown, about 2 minutes, and serve.

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