Mac and Cheese
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Mac and Cheese
Ina Garten's Mac and Cheese recipe is cheesy, creamy perfection thanks to a combination of Gruyere and Cheddar. Fresh tomatoes are a classic Barefoot Contessa twist -- you'll never make it any other way again.
Updated at: Fri, 21 Feb 2025 01:35:32 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
60
Moderate
Glycemic Load
49
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories1007.2 kcal (50%)
Total Fat56 g (80%)
Carbs82 g (32%)
Sugars13.4 g (15%)
Protein45.1 g (90%)
Sodium909.4 mg (45%)
Fiber3.6 g (13%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
6 servings

kosher salt

vegetable oil

1 poundelbow macaroni
or cavatappi

1 quartmilk

8 tablespoonsunsalted butter
divided

½ cupall-purpose flour

12 ouncesgruyere
grated, 4 cups

8 ouncesextra-sharp cheddar
grated, 2 cups

½ teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper

½ teaspoonground nutmeg

0.75 poundfresh tomatoes
small

5sliced white bread
fresh white bread crumbs, crusts removed
Instructions
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Makes leftovers