Grinder Mac and Cheese
A comforting and creamy mac and cheese dish enhanced with deli meats and provolone cheese, perfect for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces macaroni
- 2 cups milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups shredded provolone cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- Deli meats of choice (turkey, ham, etc.)
- Salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour for 1-2 minutes.
- Add Milk: Slowly pour in milk while whisking until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Cheese, Please!: Stir in provolone and cheddar until melted. Season to taste.
- Combine It All: Mix cooked pasta and diced deli meats with the cheese sauce.
- Bake (Optional): Transfer to a baking dish, top with cheese and breadcrumbs, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in vegetables or switching up the types of cheese used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: mac and cheese, comfort food, cheesy pasta, gluten-free pasta, easy meals