Description
Halal Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, offering a creamy, cheesy experience that warms the soul. This easy-to-make dish combines perfectly cooked elbow macaroni with a velvety cheese sauce, topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs. Ideal for cozy family gatherings or weeknight dinners, it can be customized to include your favorite halal proteins or veggies. Get ready to indulge in a bowl of cheesy goodness that’s sure to impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook elbow macaroni until al dente, about 7-8 minutes; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually pour in milk while whisking until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Fold cooked pasta into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize by adding cooked chicken or vegetables like broccoli or spinach for added nutrition. Use different cheeses such as mozzarella or gouda for unique flavor variations.